CM Dhami Meets PM Modi, Discusses Development Plans For Uttarakhand, Including Kumbh Mela 2027

Last Updated:July 14, 2025, 21:21 IST

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met PM Modi, seeking guidance and funding for state projects. Dhami discussed infrastructure, semiconductor industries, and upcoming events.

Uttarakhand CM Meets PM Modi. (X/@PMOIndia)

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday and sought guidance on various issues related to the development of Uttarakhand, a release from Uttarakhand CMO said.

The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Central Government for its cooperation in the development of the state, saying that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand is ready to play its effective role in the vision of Developed India 2047.

The Chief Minister said that all Indians are proud that 27 countries of the world have conferred the highest civilian honour of their country on the Prime Minister.

CM Dhami presented the Prime Minister with a replica of Kartik Swami Temple and a coffee table book on Adi Kailash Yatra as well as Uttarakhand products Kanar (Dharchula) ghee, red (Purola) rice, Basmati rice, black cumin, Jambu and local honey.

The Chief Minister requested PM Modi to direct the concerned to provide funding through CSR for infrastructure development under the master plan of Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, just like Kedarnath Dham and Badrinath Dham.

The Chief Minister requested the establishment of semiconductor industries in Uttarakhand’s Nepa Farm, Udham Singh Nagar. He also sought extension of the Regional Rapid Transit System from Delhi-Meerut to Haridwar and inclusion of road construction in the Tanakpur-Bageshwar and Rishikesh-Uttarkashi rail projects.

Additionally, the Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister about the upcoming Nanda Raj Jat Yatra in 2026, inviting him to the event and requesting Rs 400 crore for infrastructure development.

He said that the state government has started preparations for a divine and grand Maha Kumbh, which is to be organised in Haridwar in the year 2027. Following the successful organisation, additional works are to be undertaken in Haridwar, including the repair of bridges, parking, electricity, drinking water, toilets, transportation, and footpaths for devotees.

He sought Rs 3500 crore in financial assistance. He also requested approval for the Rs 1015 crore Detailed Project Report (DPR) for undergrounding power lines in Rishikesh and Haridwar, and automating the power system under the RDSS scheme.

The Chief Minister said that the state government is making efforts to restore the unique heritage Chaurasi Kutia, located near Rishikesh, to its old form. The required funds have also been arranged for this. The Chief Minister requested the approval of the proposal of Chaurasi Kutia from the National Wildlife Board.

The Prime Minister took detailed information from the Chief Minister about the Chardham Yatra, Adi Kailash Yatra, Nanda Rajjat Yatra, and Kumbh to be held in Haridwar, as well as the Jal Jeevan Mission in the state.

PM Modi assured CM Dhami of full support from the Central Government for Uttarakhand’s development.

(With inputs from ANI)

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