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Uttarakhand has started pre-registration for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, focusing on verifying voters from the 2003 lists.

Uttarakhand begins pre-revision exercise to verify voters from 2003 rolls

Uttarakhand has started pre-registration for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, focusing on verifying voters from the 2003 lists.

Uttarakhand has begun pre-registration work for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, aimed at verifying voters whose names figured in the 2003 rolls, an official statement said on Thursday.
According to the statement by the chief electoral officer&rsquo;s office, the exercise includes preparatory work for the upcoming SIR. A campaign is also underway to "reach out, coordinate, and communicate with every voter" to ensure smooth coordination with voters.
Chief Electoral Officer B V R C Purushottam said the last SIR was undertaken in 2003.During the pre-SIR phase, voters aged 40 and above whose names appeared on the 2003 list will be verified through the Booth Level Officer (BLO) app, he said. Those in the same age group whose names were not on the 2003 list will be verified using the details of their parents or grandparents, he added.
The officer further said the 2003 rolls are available on the Chief Electoral Officer&rsquo;s and Election Commission websites.
Purushottam also asked recognised national parties to verify their voter lists and appoint booth level agents (BLAs). At present, 4,155 BLAs have been appointed against 11,733 booths, he said.
District Magistrates, Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and BLOs have been directed to strengthen voter outreach efforts, while help desks are being set up at district and ERO levels for assistance, the statement added.&nbsp;

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced a high-level commission to promote Sanskrit, highlighting its historical significance, global influence, and plans to enhance education, research, and employment opportunities.

Uttarakhand govt to form panel for revival, development of Sanskrit: Dhami

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced a high-level commission to promote Sanskrit, highlighting its historical significance, global influence, and plans to enhance education, research, and employment opportunities.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced the formation of a high-level commission for the revival and development of Sanskrit.
Addressing the two-day International Sanskrit Conference in Haridwar, Dhami said that roots of many languages around the world are linked to Sanskrit and all the ancient texts -- Vedas, Puranas and Upanishads -- were in Sanskrit, which enriched India's ideological heritage.
Pointing to the growing interest among European scholars in the Sanskrit literature of 18th and 19th centuries, he said that ancient universities such as Takshashila, Nalanda, Vikramshila and Vallabhi used to disseminate Sanskrit-based knowledge to the world.
Great scholars such as Charaka, Sushruta, Aryabhatta, Bhaskaracharya, Chanakya, Brahmagupta and Panini were born in India, the chief minister said, adding that "it is our duty to enrich Sanskrit in the holy land of Uttarakhand, which gave birth to the Vedas and the knowledge of sages."
Dhami said Uttarakhand has recognised Sanskrit as its second official language and the state government is continuously making efforts to promote Sanskrit education in schools.
He said the state government has resolved to establish Adarsh Sanskrit Gram in every district and efforts are on to increase government assistance in research and employment opportunities for Sanskrit students.
Dhami recollected that he studied Sanskrit till Class 9 and the verses, grammar and sweetness of the language are still alive in his memory.
In the new education policy, special emphasis has been laid on establishing Sanskrit as a modern and practical language, he said.

The Supreme Court ordered Uttarakhand to undo ecological damage in Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, including illegal constructions and tree felling, directing the state to follow eco-tourism norms.

Supreme Court Mandates Ecological Restoration in Jim Corbett Reserve

Ecological Restoration in Jim Corbett Reserve

The Supreme Court ordered Uttarakhand to undo ecological damage in Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, including illegal constructions and tree felling, directing the state to follow eco-tourism norms.

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Uttarakhand government to undertake restoration measures to undo the damage, including felling of trees and illegal constructions, in the Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve.
Issuing a slew of directions, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai directed the chief wildlife warden to work in consultation with the apex court-appointed Central Empowered Committee to ensure demolition of all unauthorised structures within three months.
"The CEC shall supervise the ecological restoration plan developed by Uttarakhand," the bench directed.
It directed the state government to undertake measures to compensate for the illegal tree felling.
"If tourism has to be promoted, it has to be eco-tourism," the CJI said while pronouncing the judgement.
"We have directed special treatment to those working in the core area away from their families," he said.
The state of Uttarakhand is directed to restore and repair the ecological damage caused to the Corbett Tiger Reserve, the judgement said.
"With regard to the tiger safari... we have issued guidelines. We have held that it has to be in consonance with the 2019 rules. Rescue centres to be established and aid in treatment and care. Such centres to be near the tiger safaris. The number of vehicles needs to be regulated," it said.
The bench also ordered the framing of a tiger conservation plan in three months.
The detailed judgement is awaited.

Uttarakhand Cabinet raises relief for disaster victims, launches Devbhoomi Family Scheme for family IDs, and addresses employment and wage matters for state employees.

Uttarakhand: Cabinet increases relief amount for disaster losses in Dharali, other areas

Uttarakhand Cabinet raises relief for disaster victims, launches Devbhoomi Family Scheme for family IDs, and addresses employment and wage matters for state employees.

Uttarakhand Cabinet has decided to increase the relief amount for losses caused by the recent disaster in Dharali and other areas of the state, officials said.
The kin of those killed in the disaster will now get Rs 5 lakh as opposed to Rs 4 lakh earlier. The relief amount for pucca houses damaged in this disaster has also been increased to Rs 5 lakh, while for damaged kutcha houses, an amount of Rs 1 lakh was decided to be provided from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund in addition to the prescribed relief amount from the disaster fund.
Uttarakhand suffered many instances of floods, landslides, and flash floods due to heavy rains this year, claiming lives and leaving many people missing, besides damaging civil property and state infrastructure. For commercial buildings affected by the disaster, the relief amount will be provided on a case-by-case basis.
Additionally, the Cabinet on Wednesday gave its in-principle approval for the implementation of the 'Devbhoomi Family Scheme' in the state. Under the scheme, a detailed database of families residing in Uttarakhand will be created, and they will be provided with unique family identification numbers. Following this, the families will be linked to the family ID, enabling them to receive benefits from government schemes.
Furthermore, beneficiary families will be able to know about all the schemes they are eligible for, and will also be able to check how many of the schemes they have availed.
In the meeting, it was decided to constitute a Cabinet Committee to consider the implementation of the Uttarakhand High Court's order for the regularisation of daily wage, contract, part-time and ad-hoc employees and to consider the cut-off date for the future.
The Cabinet considered the issue of providing minimum wages and dearness allowance to the employees of the Uttarakhand Ex-Servicemen Welfare Corporation (UPNL) in accordance with the High Court's order and subsequently discussed all related issues and consulted with relevant stakeholders. The Cabinet decided to constitute a subcommittee to discuss and make a decision. The subcommittee will complete this process within a two-month timeframe.
In another decision, the State Cabinet also approved a proposal to make necessary amendments to the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) of UPNL to provide employment opportunities abroad to ex-servicemen, their dependents, and the youth of the state through UPNL.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met protesting youths in Dehradun and assured them that the government will recommend a CBI probe into the alleged paper leak.

Will recommend CBI probe into alleged paper leak: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met protesting youths in Dehradun and assured them that the government will recommend a CBI probe into the alleged paper leak.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday met the youths protesting at the Parade Ground here against the alleged paper leak in a graduate level examination last week and assured them that the state will recommend a CBI probe.
He said an SIT under the supervision of a retired High Court judge has already started its investigation into the allegations related to the exam conducted by the Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission.
But since the students are still demanding a CBI investigation, the government will recommend it, Dhami said.
"There will be no obstruction in this matter. The government doesn't want to leave any doubts or suspicions in the minds of the youth," Dhami said.
The government's sole resolve is to ensure a completely transparent examination process, the chief minister said.
Steps taken over the past four years, including the introduction of the country's toughest anti-cheating (copying) law in the state and the arrest of around a hundred members of the cheating mafia, have been in keeping with that resolve, he said.
The chief minister said that the government has conducted more than 25,000 government recruitments in a transparent manner in the last four years, and there have been no complaints.
The paper leak complaint has been raised in only one case.
Therefore, the government is fully committed to removing all doubts from the minds of the youth, he said.
After listening to the youth's perspective, the chief minister said he was unhappy with the fact that the youths were protesting in the heat during this festive season.
He said he could have had this conversation with them in his office also, but seeing their suffering, he decided to come to the protest site and meet them.
Dhami had said on Sunday that he was ready for any investigation into the alleged paper leak if required, including by the CBI, but the SIT should be allowed to finish its probe first.
He also assured the protesting youths that if any cases were filed against them during the protest, they would be withdrawn.&nbsp;

Uttarakhand achieved a revenue surplus of ₹5,310 crore in FY 2022–23, marking a major financial milestone. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami credits prudent policies, transparency, and good governance for this progress.

Uttarakhand Achieves Historic Revenue Surplus, Confirmed by CAG Report

Uttarakhand achieved a revenue surplus of ₹5,310 crore in FY 2022&ndash;23, marking a major financial milestone. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami credits prudent policies, transparency, and good governance for this progress.

According to the recent report of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, Uttarakhand has achieved a historic milestone by recording a revenue surplus of ₹5,310 crore in the financial year 2022&ndash;23.
With this achievement, Uttarakhand has joined the group of states that registered a revenue surplus during this period.
 Key Highlights of the CAG Report:
- Revenue Surplus: Uttarakhand recorded a surplus of ₹5,310 crore in FY 2022&ndash;23.
- Overall Progress: This reflects a remarkable improvement in the state&rsquo;s financial condition. - Proof of Economic Strength: Once associated with the &ldquo;BIMARU&rdquo; category, Uttarakhand has now set an example of robust financial management. - Positive Economic Transition: Despite earlier challenges of financial discipline, the state achieved this milestone through prudent management and transparent policies.
 This achievement recorded in the CAG report is the result of Uttarakhand&rsquo;s good governance policies. Drawing inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s vision of a &ldquo;Developed India,&rdquo; we have taken concrete steps to strengthen the state financially. This is not merely a statistical achievement, but a strong step towards Uttarakhand&rsquo;s economic self-reliance and prosperous future. Moving forward with a policy of transparency, accountability, and financial discipline, the government is working with the resolve to make Uttarakhand a developed and self-reliant state. Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand

Landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rain in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district killed two, left six missing, and damaged over 40 houses across four villages. Rescue operations are underway with several injured airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh.

Uttarakhand: 2 killed, 6 missing, 5 rescued alive after landslides, flooding hit Chamoli villages

Landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rain in Uttarakhand&rsquo;s Chamoli district killed two, left six missing, and damaged over 40 houses across four villages. Rescue operations are underway with several injured airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh.

Two people were killed, five rescued alive and six feared trapped under debris as landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rain flattened more than 40 houses in four villages of Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Thursday.
Four people were rescued alive in Kuntari Lagaphali and one in Dhurma village, the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) in Dehradun said.
Twelve people were injured, including the ones rescued alive, of whom those with serious injuries were airlifted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Rishikesh, officials said.
Two bodies, one each from Kuntari Lagaphali and Kuntari Lagasarpani villages were found, while the search for six people continued through the mounds of debris lying in the rain-ravaged villages in the Nandanagar area, the SEOC said.
The bodies were identified as those of Narendra Singh (38) and Jagdamba Prasad (70), it added.
Four people, including two women and a child, were rescued alive in Kuntari Laga Phali and one in Dhurma, the SEOC said.
Of the six people still missing, four are from Kuntari Lagaphali and one each is from Kuntari Lagasarpani and Dhurma, it said.
All four affected villages come under the Nandanagar area, about 260 km from Dehradun and 50 km from the Chamoli district headquarters at Gopeshwar. Nandanagar is already reeling from land subsidence. Cracks appearing on the walls of houses in the area due to subsidence had led to the evacuation of a large number of people to safe places last month.
The four villages of Chamoli hit by the Thursday morning landslides and flooding were Kuntari Lagaphali, Kuntari Lagasarpani, Sera and Dhurma, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami told reporters after reviewing the situation.
Nearly 45 houses and 15 cowsheds were damaged due to landslides and flooding in these villages, affecting more than 200 people.
Around 150 to 200 villagers in Kuntari Lagaphali have been moved to safe places, the SEOC said, adding that search-and-rescue operations are being conducted by the NDRF, SDRF, ITBP, police and fire brigade personnel in the villages under the supervision of the district magistrate and superintendent of police.
Those seriously injured, including a child who sustained head injuries, were airlifted to the AIIMS in Rishikesh, Dhami said.
The chief minister took stock of the situation in Nandanagar by speaking to Chamoli District Magistrate (DM) Sandeep Tiwari via video-conferencing and asked him to accelerate the relief-and-rescue operations.
He directed officials to ensure immediate restoration of roads, drinking water supply, electricity and network connectivity in the areas affected by rain. Adequate arrangements should be made for shelter, food, clean drinking water and other essential amenities for the disaster-hit people, Dhami said.
Doctors and medicines should be made available in the affected areas to ensure prompt medical assistance, he said.
In the Mokh valley area, heavy rain triggered flooding in the Moksha river, causing erosion in it from Dhurma to Sera, damaging dozens of buildings, including at least six houses, according to officials.
Rescue teams took time to reach the affected areas as the access road to Nandanagar was blocked by debris, Nandan Singh, an official involved in the relief-and-rescue operations, said.
Torrents of mud and boulders rolled down from the hills at three locations in Kuntari Lagaphali, destroying everything on their way, he added.
When the landslide hit the houses, some of the people inside managed to escape, Singh said, adding that they sustained injuries.
Land subsidence hit parts of Nandanagar in August, with cracks appearing in the walls of many houses.
The landslides hit two days after heavy rain and cloudbursts in Dehradun and nearby areas breached several roads, washed away bridges and damaged houses, killing 21 people and leaving 17 missing.&nbsp;

Ten people, including a family of four, went missing after a landslide and river flooding in Chamoli’s Nandanagar. Rescue teams face challenges as roads remain blocked.

Uttarakhand: 10 missing after landslide, flooding in Chamoli villages

Ten people, including a family of four, went missing after a landslide and river flooding in Chamoli&rsquo;s Nandanagar. Rescue teams face challenges as roads remain blocked.

Ten people are missing after a landslide flattened houses in a village and a river flooded another following heavy rain on Thursday in Chamoli district's Nandanagar, which is already reeling from land subsidence.
Eight people, including four members of a family, are missing in Kuntari village, where the landslide hit about half a dozen houses. The other two are from Dhurma village, where the raging waters of the Moksha river damaged multiple buildings, Chamoli District Magistrate (DM) Sandeep Tiwari said.
In Kuntari, local relief and rescue teams are conducting a search operation for those missing. The access road to Nandanagar has been blocked by debris, the DM said.
According to a list issued by the district disaster management office, those missing have been identified as Kunwar Singh (42), his wife Kanta Devi (38) and their two sons Vikas and Vishal (both aged 10), Narendra Singh (40), Jagdamba Prasad (70) and his wife Bhaga Devi (65), and Deveshwari Devi (65).
A local resident and the vice-president of the district branch of the Indian Red Cross, Nandan Singh, who is involved in the relief and rescue operations, said the swamp is hampering the rescue operation.
More than 10 people were injured but transporting them to the hospital is difficult as the road to Nandanagar is closed at several places, he said.
"We are waiting for helicopters to airlift the injured to hospital," he said.
Torrents of mud and boulders rolled down from the hills at three locations in Kuntari, destroying everything in their way, he added.
When the landslide hit the houses, Singh said, some of the people inside managed to escape. They sustained injuries, he said.
In the Mokh Valley area, heavy rain triggered flooding in the Moksha river, causing erosion in it from Dhurma to Sera, damaging dozens of buildings, including six houses. Two persons are missing.
Those missing in Dhurma have been identified as Guman Singh (75) and Mamta Devi (38), the district disaster management office said.
National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force teams, along with a medical team and three ambulances, have been rushed to the spot, it said.
Land subsidence hit parts of Nandanagar in August, with cracks appearing in the walls of many houses. Their residents were shifted to safe locations.
In a post on X, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said, "Sad news of damage to nearby homes due to heavy rainfall in the Nandanagar Ghat area of Chamoli district has been received. Teams from the local administration, @uksdrf, and police immediately reached the spot and are engaged in relief and rescue operations." "I am in constant touch with the administration and closely monitoring the situation. I pray for everyone's safety," he said.
The landslide comes two days after heavy rain and cloudbursts in Dehradun and nearby areas breached several roads, washed away bridges and damaged houses, killing 13 people and leaving 16 missing.&nbsp;

A day after cloudbursts and heavy rains wreaked havoc in Uttarakhand, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said his government is prioritising road and power restoration.

Early restoration of damaged roads, power lines priority: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

A day after cloudbursts and heavy rains wreaked havoc in Uttarakhand, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said his government is prioritising road and power restoration.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday stressed that his government was prioritising restoring road and power connectivity and repairing damaged infrastructure, as rehabilitation work picked up pace a day after rains ravaged the state.
Cloudbursts and heavy rains overnight left a trail of destruction in Uttarakhand's capital, Dehradun and several other parts of the state on Tuesday as swollen rivers washed away buildings, roads and bridges, leaving 15 people dead, 16 missing, and 900 stranded in different locations in the hill state.
"Our effort is to repair the damaged infrastructure and restore road and power connectivity at the earliest," Dhami said while highlighting that 85 per cent of the damaged power lines have been restored and the rest will also be done in a day or two," he said.
"I have spoken to the BRO DG. The Narendra Nagar-Tehri road will also be repaired soon," Dhami said while pointing out that about 1,000 stranded people have been rescued.
More than 10 roads and bridges were damaged in the calamity, at least five of them very badly, in which entire stretches were washed out, Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said.
Areas that suffered maximum damage included Sahastradhara, Premnagar, Mussoorie, Narendra Nagar, Pauri, Pithoragarh and Nainital.&nbsp;

Heavy overnight rains in Uttarakhand damaged roads, houses, and shops, washed away a bridge, and led to flooding in Dehradun and Mussoorie.

Severe Rain Causes Devastating Effects in Uttarakhand, Dehradun

Severe Rainfall Impact in Dehradun and Mussoorie

Heavy overnight rains in Uttarakhand damaged roads, houses, and shops, washed away a bridge, and led to flooding in Dehradun and Mussoorie.

Cloudbursts and heavy rains overnight left a trail of destruction in Uttarakhand's capital Dehradun and its neighbouring areas on Tuesday, sweeping away at least five people and leaving more than 500 stranded in different locations.
Sahastradhara, Maldevta, Santla Devi and Dalanwala were the worst-hit by the disaster, according to the district disaster management office here. Sahastradhara received 192 mm of rain, followed by Maldevta (141.5 mm), Hathi Barkala and Jolly Grant (92.5mm each) and Kalsi (83.5 mm).
Several roads, houses and shops were damaged while a bridge was washed away. Five people were swept away by the torrential waters in different parts of the city, and 584 have been left stranded, it said.
Most rivers were in spate following the showers. The Tamsa river, on the banks of which the famous Tapkeshwar temple is located, is flowing very close to the danger mark. The Ganga and the Yamuna are flowing close to the warning level.
The Tamsa swelled rapidly in the morning, inundating the temple and submerging the gigantic Hanuman statue near its entrance up to the shoulders. The temple's priest, Bipin Joshi, said that he has not seen the river waters rise so high in the past 25 to 30 years.
Luckily, there were few devotees within the temple premises in the early morning hours when the inundation occurred, he said, adding that the priests staying at the temple are safe.
Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said teams are engaged in relief and rescue operations in the affected areas, while 300 to 400 people have already been moved to safety.
About 200 children trapped by waterlogging at the Devbhoomi Institute campus in Paundha area of Dehradun were rescued by an SDRF team, said Banshidhar Tiwari, Director General, Information.
Waterlogging in Tehri left people stranded at Geeta Bhawan, he said, adding that they were later rescued. Also, a road in Nainital has been blocked by debris brought by a landslide triggered by heavy rain, he said.
Residents of Majhara village were on the road, having survived what they called a landslide that hit their dwellings early in the morning. They claimed that some people have gone missing.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the rain-affected areas of Dehradun district to review the situation on the ground. Local MLAs and senior officials accompanied him.
Interacting with reporters in the rain-hit Maldevta area, he said, "All rivers are in spate following heavy rains. Roads have been breached at 25 to 30 places. Approach roads are cut off. Houses and government properties have been damaged. Normal life is severely affected. Rescue teams are working on a war footing to restore normalcy." "The state government stands with every affected family. The administration is already on alert mode, and the NDRF, SDRF, police and local administration are active," he said.
The chief minister's office, in a social media post in Hindi, said Dhami has briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the situation in Uttarakhand following heavy showers.
They assured the state of all possible help and asserted that the Union government stands firmly with the people of Uttarakhand in this hour of crisis, according to the CMO.
Heavy rains caused the Song River to swell, flooding nearby areas.
Speaking to PTI Videos earlier in the day, Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Sadar, Hari Giri, said, "The water level is rising, and the flow is very strong right now. No deaths have been reported so far. Tourists were staying in the hotels." The river endangered a bridge in Maldevta, prompting the administration to respond quickly and work in coordination to restore normalcy.
Waterlogging has been reported in Dehradun's IT Park area, with water entering many offices, leaving people stranded.
"I have been stranded here since 5:30am. There is a lot of water. The car here has been stuck since last night and is submerged. Water has entered offices and basements," said Hrithik Sharma, a local.
Dhami inspected the Maldevta and Kesarwala areas of Dehradun district, hit hard by heavy rains, and took stock of the situation. He directed officials to speed up relief and rescue operations and assured the locals of all assistance.
The blocked routes should be opened at the earliest, and supply of safe drinking water and electricity should be ensured immediately, the chief minister stressed.
During the inspection, Dhami was accompanied by MLA Shri Umesh Sharma 'Kau', Garhwal Commissioner Shri Vinay Shankar Pandey, IG Garhwal Shri Rajiv Swaroop, Additional Secretary Shri Banshidhar Tiwari and senior officers of the district administration.&nbsp;

A landslide from Mansa Devi hills in Haridwar blocks the Haridwar-Dehradun railway, suspending trains including the Vande Bharat Express; debris removal expected to take 8-10 hours.

Landslide Interrupts Haridwar-Dehradun Railway Service

Haridwar Landslide Halts Rail Services

A landslide from Mansa Devi hills in Haridwar blocks the Haridwar-Dehradun railway, suspending trains including the Vande Bharat Express; debris removal expected to take 8-10 hours.

A landslide struck the Mansa Devi hills near the Har Ki Pauri here on Monday, obstructing the Haridwar-Dehradun rail route, an official said.
Boulders from the Mansa Devi hill fell on the railway track in Bhimgoda near Kali temple blocking the Haridwar-Dehradun Rishikesh railway route, Government Railway Police (GRP) Superintendent of Police Aruna Bharti said.
The railway track near Bhimgoda railway tunnel was completely closed due to the debris affecting movement of more than a dozen trains, including the Vande Bharat Express, she said.
A Shiva temple built near the railway track also collapsed under the impact of the landslide, Circle Officer Swapnil Suyal said.
The Mansa Devi hills are cracking once again due to heavy rains in Haridwar. The railway track was obstructed due to a landslide from the hill at the same place a few days ago.
A huge iron net has been installed between the hill and the railway track. But despite this, big pieces of stones broke the net and fell on the track.
The railway team has reached the spot and the work of removing debris from the track has been started.
Movement of trains on the route, including the Vande Bharat Express, has been suspended for the time being as the debris clearance is likely to take 8-10 hours, the official said.
The damaged net is being cut with the help of gas cutter and stones are being removed from the track with the help of JCB.

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami approved a hike in dearness allowance for public body employees in Uttarakhand and sanctioned funds for jail buildings, check dams, temple beautification,

Uttarakhand CM Dhami approves dearness allowance hike, key development projects

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CM Pushkar Singh Dhami approved a hike in dearness allowance for public body employees in Uttarakhand and sanctioned funds for jail buildings, check dams, temple beautification,

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a revision in dearness allowance (DA) for employees of public bodies and undertakings, along with fresh approvals for several development projects across the state.
The revision, which will come into effect from January 1, 2025, increases DA from 455 percent to 466 percent for employees drawing salaries under the fifth pay scale, and from 246 percent to 252 percent for those under the sixth pay scale. Confirming the decision, the Chief Minister&rsquo;s office said, &ldquo;Approved the increase in the current rate of dearness allowance from 455 percent to 466 percent from January 01, 2025 for the employees of public bodies undertakings drawing salary in the fifth central pay scale and the increase in the current rate of dearness allowance from 246 percent to 252 percent from January 01, 2025 for the employees of public bodies or undertakings drawing salary in the sixth central pay scale.&rdquo;
In addition to the DA hike, the government has cleared major allocations for infrastructure and development. The Chief Minister sanctioned ₹417.72 lakh for additional residential buildings at the under-construction District Jail in Pithoragarh and ₹251.49 lakh for new residential buildings at the Sub Jail in Roorkee. For the Dharchula assembly constituency of Pithoragarh district, he approved ₹95.49 lakh for the construction of a check dam at Kilatam under Ralam, releasing ₹57.294 lakh&mdash;60 percent of the sanctioned amount&mdash;as the first installment.
Development funds have also been earmarked for Champawat district, where ₹81.50 lakh has been approved for the beautification of Hanuman Mandir Mela Sthal in Ladhauli, Aadi Mela Sthal in Kalukhan, and Footling Kalukhan. Out of the total, ₹48.90 lakh has been sanctioned as the first installment.
Emphasizing his government&rsquo;s commitment to welfare and employment, Dhami reaffirmed support for ex-servicemen and Agniveers. &ldquo;It is our responsibility to give them respect and employment opportunities. This decision is a concrete step towards securing the future of retired Agniveers. Our government is trying to provide employment to ex-servicemen and Agniveers in every way,&rdquo; he said.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami visited rain-affected Haridwar, assuring full support to families, directing officials for speedy relief, healthcare, and crop damage compensation.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits rain-hit areas of Haridwar, meets affected families

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami visited rain-affected Haridwar, assuring full support to families, directing officials for speedy relief, healthcare, and crop damage compensation.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday visited the rain-hit areas of Haridwar district on a tractor driving through submerged fields and damaged roads to assess the situation on the spot.
Heavy rains have lashed various districts of the state including Haridwar over the past few days.
Dhami also met the affected families, enquired about their needs and assured them of all help.
BJP MLA from Roorkee Pradeep Batra, Haridwar District Magistrate Mayur Dixit and Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Dobhal were also with the chief minister.
Dhami directed the officials of district administration and disaster management to expedite relief and rehabilitation work in the rain-hit areas.
All arrangements should be made for the safety, accommodation, food and healthcare of the affected people, he said, making it clear to the officials that no negligence in relief work will be tolerated.
"The state government stands with every affected citizen in this hour of crisis. We will provide all possible assistance and rescue operations will be given priority. Every family affected by the disaster will be provided as much assistance as possible by the government," the chief minister said.
Relief camps with enough food, water and medicines should be set up and families that need to be relocated should be sent to safer places, he said, adding that the compensation process should be started soon by quickly assessing the damage to the crops.
Medical facilities should also be provided by setting up health camps as per requirement, Dhami said.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announces 10% horizontal reservation for demobilized Agniveers in government jobs, raises ex-gratia for martyrs’ families, and completes Sainya Dham in Dehradun to honor military tradition.

CM Dhami announces 10% horizontal reservation for Agniveers in Uttarakhand government jobs

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announces 10% horizontal reservation for demobilized Agniveers in government jobs, raises ex-gratia for martyrs&rsquo; families, and completes Sainya Dham in Dehradun to honor military tradition.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has fulfilled another key promise by introducing 10 percent horizontal reservation in government jobs for demobilized Agniveers.&nbsp;
On Monday, the Department of Personnel and Vigilance officially issued the &ldquo;Horizontal Reservation Rules&ndash;2025 for Direct Recruitment to Uniformed Posts in Group-C Services under the State of Uttarakhand.&rdquo;
Direct benefit in uniformed posts
Under the new regulation, demobilized Agniveers will receive 10 percent horizontal reservation in key uniformed posts, including Police Constable (Civil/PAC), Sub-Inspector, Platoon Commander PAC, Fireman, Fire Officer Grade-II, Jail Guard, Deputy Jailor, Forest Guard, Forester, Excise Constable, Enforcement Constable, and Secretariat Security Guard. The rules also pave the way for their appointment in the Tiger Protection Force.
Dhami&rsquo;s masterstroke
As Uttarakhand has a large military population, experts view the decision as a &ldquo;masterstroke.&rdquo; It is expected to secure the future of Agniveers while inspiring youth to join the armed forces.
Chief Minister Dhami said, &ldquo;Former Agniveers who have served the nation are the pride of our state. It is our responsibility to provide them respect and employment opportunities. This decision is a concrete step toward securing their future. Our government is making every effort to provide employment opportunities for ex-servicemen and Agniveers.&rdquo;
Support for martyrs&rsquo; families
In addition to reservations for Agniveers, the state government has announced several benefits for the families of martyrs and brave soldiers. The ex-gratia amount for families of martyred soldiers has been increased from ₹10 lakh to ₹50 lakh, while the amount for Param Vir Chakra awardees has been raised from ₹50 lakh to ₹1.5 crore. Furthermore, one family member of a martyr will also be provided a government job.
Construction of Sainya Dham
To honor the state&rsquo;s military legacy, the construction of a Military Dham in Dehradun, designated as the fifth Dham, has been completed. The dham will stand as a symbol of the state&rsquo;s valor and sacrifice, connecting future generations with tales of bravery.
Uttarakhand, known both as the Land of the Gods (Devbhoomi) and the Land of the Brave (Veerbhoomi), has a deep military tradition, with nearly every family having at least one member serving in the armed forces. CM Dhami&rsquo;s recent initiatives are aimed at preserving this heritage of bravery and patriotism, while ensuring the legacy of martyrs remains alive through the newly built Sainya Dham.

Heavy rains and cloudbursts triggered landslides across Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Bageshwar in Uttarakhand, killing five and leaving multiple people missing.

Cloudbursts Cause Landslides in Chamoli and Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand

Cloudbursts Trigger Landslides in Uttarakhand

Heavy rains and cloudbursts triggered landslides across Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Bageshwar in Uttarakhand, killing five and leaving multiple people missing.

Five people were killed and three went missing as heavy rains and cloudbursts wreaked havoc in various districts of Uttarakhand early Friday, triggering landslides that left about 30-40 families buried under mounds of rubble and damaged houses, officials said.
Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri and Bageshwar were among the districts hard hit by the natural calamity.
The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) here said excess overnight rainfall damaged nearly half a dozen houses in Pausari Gram Panchayat in Kapkot area of Bageshwar district, killing two people and leaving three others missing.
Two bodies have been recovered so far in the incident while three other people are missing, it said. A house and a cowshed were buried under landslide debris in Mopata village of Chamoli district, killing a couple and leaving another injured, Chief Development Officer Abhishek Tripathi said.
Incessant rain and landslides in Basukedaar area of Rudraprayag district have caused heavy damage in more than half a dozen villages, officials said. There is also information about 30-40 families getting trapped in the debris and flood waters in Taljaman village of Rudraprayag district, the USDMA said.
Disaster management secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said a woman died in a house collapse at Jakholi in Rudraprayag district.
Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Akshay Prahlad Konde said there is information about four locals and as many Nepalis getting trapped under debris in Chenagad area. With the road broken at 7-8 places rescue teams are facing difficulties in reaching the place, he said.
A house has been damaged in Syur village of the same area and a car parked on the road has been swept away by the debris. The ravines on both sides of Badeth, Bagaddhar and Taljamani villages are flooded.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami in a post on X said, "Sad news has been received about some families being stranded due to debris falling in the wake of cloudbursts in Badeth Dungar under Tehsil Basukedaar area of Rudraprayag district and Dewal area of Chamoli district." "Relief and rescue work is going on on a war footing by the local administration, I am constantly in touch with the officials in this regard, I have spoken to the Disaster Secretary and District Magistrates and given necessary instructions for effective conduct of rescue operations," he said.
"I pray to Baba Kedar for everyone's safety," he said.
Dhami spoke to the district magistrates concerned through video conferencing and asked them to ensure that relief and rescue operations are carried out rapidly in the affected areas.
NDRF, SDRF, DDRF and revenue police teams have rushed to the disaster-hit districts.
Incessant rains and cloudbursts also caused heavy losses in Budha Kedar area of Tehri district where sheds built for livestock and temples were buried under the debris. Locals said that a toilet and the courtyard of a house in Genwali village of Budha Kedar area of Ghansali was hit by the landslides.
The security wall built by the irrigation department after the disaster last year also got washed away due to debris and heavy rains. Due to continuous rains, the Balganga, Dharmganga and Bhilangana rivers are in spate, triggering panic among the locals.
Potato fields were also buried under the rubble, former village head of Genwali Kirti Singh Rana said. However, there is no report of any loss of life in this.
The water level of Alaknanda and its tributaries and Mandakini river is continuously rising due to continuous rain. The police is alerting the people living on the banks of the river by making announcements.
The Badrinath national highway was blocked due to debris at many places in Chamoli-Nandprayag, Kameda, Bhanerpani, Pagalnala, Jilasoo, Gulabkoti and Chatwapipal.
In Rudraprayag district too, the Badrinath national highway is closed at Sirobgadh while the Kedarnath Highway has been blocked at four different places between Banswara (Syalsaur) and Kund to Chopta.
According to the administration, teams are working on the spot to open the route.
Pilgrims have been requested to set out on the journey only after taking information about the road and to follow the updates issued from time to time by the police and administration.
The MeT department has issued a red alert of heavy to very heavy rains for Bageshwar, Chamoli, Dehradun and Rudraprayag districts of Uttarakhand over the next 24 hours.
An orange alert of heavy to very heavy rains has also been issued for Champawat, Haridwar, Pithoragarh, Udham Singh Nagar and Uttarkashi districts during the period.
Uttarakhand has been hit hard by natural calamities in the monsoon season.
A devastating flashflood in the Kheer Ganga river on August 5 demolished nearly half of Dharali -- the key stopover en route to Gangotri with many hotels and homestays, and neighbouring Harsil, where an Army camp bore the brunt of the flood fury, barely giving time to the victims to run to safety.
A total of 69 people went missing, including nine Army personnel, 25 Nepali nationals, 13 from Bihar, six from Uttar Pradesh, eight from Dharali, five from areas close to Uttarkashi, two from Tehri and one from Rajasthan.&nbsp;

After over three weeks of disruption due to flash floods, road connectivity between Uttarkashi and Harsil has been restored, but the Gangotri pilgrimage remains suspended as highway repairs continue.

Weeks after Dharali disaster, road connectivity between Uttarkashi-Harsil restored

After over three weeks of disruption due to flash floods, road connectivity between Uttarkashi and Harsil has been restored, but the Gangotri pilgrimage remains suspended as highway repairs continue.

Road connectivity between Uttarkashi and Harsil has been restored after over three weeks of disruption caused by the August five flash floods in Uttarakhand's Dharali.
However, the Gangotri pilgrimage remains halted as parts of the Gangotri national highway near Harsil are still either submerged or damaged.
District Magistrate Prashant Arya has instructed the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to expedite repairs so the yatra to Gangotri can resume fully. The BRO is working on a war footing to restore the route for the early resumption of the yatra.
Connectivity between Uttarkashi and Harsil was restored by repairing damaged sections of the road in Limchygad, Dabrani, and Songad.
Additionally, electricity, water, and communication lines have been reinstated in Harsil, Dharali, and nearby areas.
Essential supplies continue to be distributed, and the administration remains active, with all relevant government agencies on alert to restore normalcy. The natural disaster on August 5 caused by excessive rainfall in Dharali-Harsil had led to formation of a temporary lake in Harsil submerging a helipad there and badly damaging the road connecting Harsil with the district headquarters. Essential items of daily use and food grains also continue to be distributed in sufficient quantities in the disaster affected areas, officials said.
The process will go on till the life of the people becomes normal, they said.
The district magistrate has instructed all government agencies, including the PWD, Irrigation, Revenue, Health, Supply, SDRF, NDRF and BRO, to remain active.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami marked 11 years of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, crediting it for expanding financial inclusion with over 56 crore accounts and empowering citizens across India.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami hails 11 years of Jan Dhan Yojana

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami marked 11 years of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, crediting it for expanding financial inclusion with over 56 crore accounts and empowering citizens across India.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday marked the completion of 11 years of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), crediting the scheme for accelerating India&rsquo;s economic progress and expanding financial inclusion to crores of citizens.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister said, "The visionary foresight and resolve of the Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji laid the foundation for a transformation 11 years ago, which gave a new direction to India's economic progress. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, launched 11 years ago, connected crores of citizens to the financial system and laid the cornerstone of an empowered India."
Dhami noted the unprecedented scale of the initiative, adding, "Today, through more than 56 crore Jan Dhan accounts, the work of empowering citizens with self-reliance, connecting villages to the economic mainstream, and achieving financial inclusion is unprecedented."
The Chief Minister also underlined the scheme&rsquo;s wider impact, saying, "This is not just a scheme, but a historic initiative that gives wings to the dreams of crores of people."
Launched on August 28, 2014, PMJDY was rolled out as a National Mission for Financial Inclusion, aiming to provide every unbanked adult with access to a bank account, credit, insurance, and pensions.
According to official data, more than 56.16 crore accounts have been opened under the scheme as of mid-August 2025, with deposits crossing Rs 2.67 lakh crore. Of these, 56% are held by women, reflecting its role in promoting financial access for women. Nearly 67% of accounts are in rural and semi-urban areas, while the remaining 33% are in urban centres.
Officials also pointed out that PMJDY has become the backbone of direct benefit transfers, enabling subsidies under 327 government schemes while reducing leakages and middlemen. Accounts have grown from 14.72 crore in 2015 to over 56 crore in a decade, strengthening India&rsquo;s financial inclusion framework.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami visited disaster-affected Syanachatti in Uttarkashi, reviewed relief operations, and directed officials to ensure faster drainage of a temporary lake formed by debris in the Yamuna river.

Uttarakhand CM visits disaster-hit Syanachatti, reviews efforts to drain artificial lake

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami visited disaster-affected Syanachatti in Uttarkashi, reviewed relief operations, and directed officials to ensure faster drainage of a temporary lake formed by debris in the Yamuna river.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday visited the disaster-affected areas in Syanachatti in Uttarkashi district and reviewed ongoing efforts to drain a temporary lake that formed after debris obstructed the flow of the Yamuna river.
The chief minister met affected families, heard their concerns and assured them of all possible help. After inspecting the temporary lake, he directed officials to remove the silt deposited in the river route and widen the mouth of the lake to ensure faster drainage.
According to officials, heavy rainfall on the evening of August 21 had brought boulders and debris from the Gadhgad rain drain into the Yamuna, creating a temporary lake. Around 30 houses and 25 hotels were inundated, and about 300 people had to be shifted to safer places. A section of a bridge on the national highway was submerged under two feet of water, disrupting traffic.
Teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Public Works Department, Irrigation Department and other related agencies are working to remove the debris and restore water flow.
Dhami directed Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya to immediately assess the loss caused to the local people due to waterlogging and debris, and submit a report and make arrangements for the purchase of the potato crop at a reasonable price due to the disruption of movement.
The chief minister instructed that roads blocked due to landslides be cleared promptly and the Yamunotri route be cleared for pilgrims at the earliest.
The chief minister later told reporters that the damage is being assessed and all possible help will be provided to the affected people.
The chief minister said that Uttarakhand faces disasters every year, and this time too, natural calamities have occurred in many places, including Dharali, Tharali and Pauri.
He stated that the government has decided to commission a geological study to understand the reasons behind the landslides and cracks in various regions.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urges citizens to use indigenous products, supporting PM Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India during a campaign in Dehradun.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami participates in Swadeshi campaign, urges people to use indigenous products

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urges citizens to use indigenous products, supporting PM Modi&rsquo;s vision of a self-reliant India during a campaign in Dehradun.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday participated in the public awareness campaign titled 'Swadeshi Adoption, Nation Advancement' organised at Paltan Bazaar in Dehradun.
On the occasion, he urged local traders, voluntary organisations, and citizens to use indigenous products as much as possible, stating that adopting Swadeshi is not just an economic decision but a national duty.
Calling the initiative a strong effort to take forward Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s call for a self-reliant India and 'Vocal for Local', Dhami said, "When we give priority to goods manufactured in our country, both the country's economic condition and local employment will be strengthened." "By adopting the mantra of 'Adopt Swadeshi, Make the Country Strong' given by the Prime Minister, we can not only strengthen the country's economy but also make local producers, craftsmen, and small entrepreneurs self-reliant," he added.
He said that using indigenous goods would ensure that the country's money remains within the country, helping India emerge stronger on the global stage.
Dhami also urged people to give priority to indigenous products during festivals, for gifting, and in daily use.
During the event, the chief minister visited shops in Paltan Bazaar and pasted stickers bearing the slogan &lsquo;Adopt Swadeshi, Make the Nation Strong&rsquo;.
A large number of public representatives, trade union office bearers, voluntary organisations, and citizens, including Rajya Sabha MP and State BJP President Mahendra Bhatt, pledged to adopt Swadeshi and contribute to the creation of a self-reliant India.
Those present at the event also raised slogans of "Adopt Swadeshi &ndash; Save the Country".

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announces a Rs 5 lakh relief package for families affected by recent floods and landslides in Pauri district.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami announces Rs 5 lakh relief package for disaster-hit families in Pauri

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announces a Rs 5 lakh relief package for families affected by recent floods and landslides in Pauri district.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday announced a relief package for disaster-affected people in Pauri district.
As part of the package, Rs 5 lakh each will be given to the families of the deceased and to those whose houses have been completely damaged due to the recent disaster.
The chief minister said that, in addition to the amount sanctioned under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) norms, the remaining financial assistance will be provided from the Chief Minister's discretionary fund.
He directed the administration to take immediate action and ensure financial aid reaches the affected people without delay.
Dhami held a review meeting of the Disaster Management Department and said that the government would extend all possible support to the disaster-hit families.
On August 6, heavy rainfall and landslides in Saanji and Raidul villages of Pauri district caused extensive damage to residential buildings and agricultural land.
Several affected families were shifted to safer locations where the administration arranged for their accommodation, food, and other basic needs.
"The state government stands firmly with the disaster-affected people. Be it Dharali, Tharali, Syanachatti or Pauri, relief and rescue operations were conducted on a war footing," Dhami said.
He also praised the district magistrates of Uttarkashi, Pauri, and Chamoli for their prompt response during the disaster and assured that the best possible rehabilitation measures would be taken.
"Not only the state government but also the central government is standing firmly with the disaster-affected people," Dhami added.&nbsp;

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