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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the ninth Jaunpur Mahotsav at Thatyur in Tehri Garhwal on November 12. During the event, he launched 26 development projects worth Rs 52.55 crore through inaugurations and foundation stone ceremonies.
According to the Uttarakhand government’s Information and Public Relations Department, the projects include roads, education, irrigation, parking, animal husbandry and other infrastructure facilities. Uttarakhand development projects
The Chief Minister also announced several measures aimed at improving healthcare, road connectivity and tourism in the region. Uttarakhand development projects
11 Projects Inaugurated, 15 Receive Foundation Stones
The government said that 11 projects worth more than Rs 30.50 crore were inaugurated. Another 15 projects worth over Rs 22.04 crore received foundation stones.
These projects aim to improve basic infrastructure and public services in the Jaunpur region.
Road construction and improvement, irrigation facilities, education infrastructure and parking arrangements form part of the development programme.
Thatyur Community Health Centre to Become Sub-District Hospital
One of the major announcements concerned healthcare services.
Dhami announced that the Community Health Centre in Thatyur would be upgraded into a sub-district hospital. The decision is expected to strengthen access to healthcare for residents of nearby villages.
People in remote mountain areas often travel long distances for specialised medical services. Better local healthcare facilities can reduce travel time and improve access to treatment.
Tourism and Employment Receive Focus
The Chief Minister also highlighted the development of Tehri Lake and surrounding areas as a tourism destination.
He said the government was working towards a special tourism zone with an estimated investment of around Rs 1,300 crore.
The development plan includes a ring road around Tehri Lake and activities such as kayaking, canoeing and paragliding.
The government expects tourism expansion to create employment opportunities for local residents.
Government Highlights Efforts to Reduce Migration
Dhami said that tourism, agriculture, horticulture and local products could help strengthen the rural economy.
He also referred to initiatives such as the State Millet Mission, Apple Mission, Farm Machinery Bank and House of Himalayas brand.
The Chief Minister said the state aims to create more livelihood opportunities in mountain villages and reduce migration.
The new projects and announcements will now require effective implementation to deliver visible benefits to residents.