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29 Aug

Uttarakhand Road Accident: Car Falls Into 35-Metre Gorge, Five Rescued Near Sahia

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Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): A road accident near Lalpul in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun district left five people injured after their car plunged into a gorge early in the morning. The incident occurred on the road ahead of Sahia, following which information about the accident was conveyed to the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). A rescue team from Chakrata was promptly mobilised to reach the spot. Vehicle Found Deep Inside Gorge When the SDRF personnel arrived, they found the car approximately 35 metres below the road surface. Five occupants were trapped in the vehicle, including three men and two women. Initial assessment showed…

17 Aug

Uttarakhand Weather Update: Heavy Rain Disrupts Traffic, Orange Alert Sounds for Two Districts

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Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): Persistent monsoon showers continued to create difficulties across Uttarakhand, with several areas witnessing water accumulation, swollen water bodies and landslides. The continuing spell of rain has affected movement on mountain roads and disrupted normal activities in parts of the state. The India Meteorological Department has issued an Orange Alert for Dehradun and Tehri, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Thunderstorms and lightning are also likely during intense spells, prompting authorities and residents to remain cautious. Other districts have been placed under a Yellow Alert, with the weather office predicting isolated heavy showers accompanied by…

13 Aug

16 Rescued, Several Trapped After Water and Debris Inundate Chamoli Hydroelectric Tunnel

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Chamoli (Gurpreet Singh): A major rescue operation was launched in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Thursday after a sudden surge of water and debris entered an under-construction tunnel at the Pipalkoti hydroelectric project. The incident occurred around 7:00 PM at the Tehri Hydro Development Corporation (THDC) Limited project site, where construction work is being executed by Hindustan Construction Company (HCC). Emergency response teams quickly mobilized to the location following reports that roughly 18 to 19 workers were trapped inside the facility. By Thursday evening, multi-agency relief operations had successfully evacuated at least 16 workers, while search efforts continued to…

09 Jul

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushes for Rail Network Expansion and New Vande Bharat Connectivity in Meeting with Railway Minister

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Shimla (Gurpreet Singh): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi to discuss strengthening the rail infrastructure, expanding connectivity, and accelerating key rail projects across the hill state. Highlighting the unique geographical terrain and the immense religious and tourism significance of Uttarakhand, the Chief Minister presented a comprehensive set of proposals aimed at accommodating the massive influx of tourists and devotees for the upcoming Maha Kumbh in 2027 and the annual Char Dham Yatra. Minister Vaishnaw assured the Chief Minister of prompt action and gave theoretical approvals to several immediate operational requests.…

26 Jun

Heavy Police Presence at Uttarakhand Border After Nihang Group Advances Towards Hemkund Sahib

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Uttarakhand (Rajeev Sharma): A major security operation was launched at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border after a group of Nihang Sikhs attempting to travel towards Hemkund Sahib crossed police barricades at the Kulhal checkpoint, leading to a brief confrontation with security personnel. Authorities had already heightened surveillance in the Vikasnagar region following intelligence inputs that members of the group, travelling from Punjab, intended to enter Uttarakhand. The border was secured with multiple barricades, riot-control units and senior administrative officers to manage the anticipated gathering. Despite repeated appeals from officials, a section of the procession reportedly forced its way through the barricades…

27 Nov

Uttarakhand Governor Releases Two Books Showcasing CM Dhami’s Journey and Work

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Dehradun, November 27, 2025 — Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh on Thursday unveiled two books that highlight the life, personality and administrative work of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The launch event at Raj Bhavan brought together authors, officials and literary personalities.The first book presents a detailed account of Dhami’s early years, his political rise and the milestones that shaped his path to becoming Chief Minister. The second book focuses on his governance style, initiatives and contributions to the state’s development. The Governor praised both works, noting that they capture Dhami’s commitment to public service and offer readers a deeper understanding…

12 Nov

CM Dhami Inaugurates All India Forest Sports and Cultural Meet, Showcases Uttarakhand’s Green and Sporting Spirit

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Dehradun, November 12, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the 28th All India Forest Sports and Cultural Meet 2025 at Maharana Pratap Sports College, Raipur, on Wednesday, expressing pride in the state hosting this prestigious national event.Welcoming participants, forest officers, and sports enthusiasts from across the country, Dhami thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Bhupender Yadav for supporting the event and congratulated the Forest Department and organisers for their successful coordination. He noted that this year’s competition has attracted 3,390 participants from 42 states and union territories, including over 700 women athletes.Dhami highlighted the role of…

05 Nov

Saints Meet CM Pushkar Singh Dhami to Discuss Cultural Preservation and Kumbh 2027 Preparations

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Dehradun, November 5, 2025 — A delegation of saints and spiritual leaders met Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at his residence as part of the state’s silver-jubilee celebrations. The meeting focused on preserving cultural heritage, promoting religious tourism, and preparing for the Haridwar Kumbh Mela scheduled for 2027.The visiting saints lauded CM Dhami’s efforts toward strengthening Uttarakhand’s spiritual identity, addressing him as the “Protector of Dharma of Devbhoomi.” They praised recent government measures supporting social harmony, heritage upkeep, and tourism growth, and extended their blessings to the people of Uttarakhand on the state’s 25th anniversary.Discussions centred on heritage site…

27 Oct

CM Dhami Launches ‘MP Sports Festival’ to Unearth Talent from Uttarakhand’s Villages

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Dehradun, October 27, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the MP Sports Festival at Rajiv Gandhi Navodaya Vidyalaya in Tapovan, Dehradun, on Monday, marking a major step toward identifying and nurturing sporting talent from the remotest corners of the state.The event, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to make India a global sports powerhouse, aims to bring hidden rural talent into the national spotlight. The festival will be conducted in three phases across Uttarakhand, built around the central theme — “Fit India – Sports India – Strong India.”Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dhami reaffirmed the state’s dedication…

25 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Approves Over ₹96 Crore for Infrastructure and Housing Projects

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Dehradun, October 25, 2025 — Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, has sanctioned a series of allocations exceeding ₹96 crore for major infrastructure and housing developments across the state. A government release confirmed that funds have been approved for road reconstruction, housing quarters, water supply systems and public-amenity buildings. Among the key approvals, ₹ 51 crore has been earmarked for the construction of 120 Type-II residential quarters (Block-C) at the Police Lines complex in Race Course, Dehradun. In addition, ₹ 54 crore has been sanctioned for 120 Type-II residential quarters at the IRB Second Battalion in Dehradun. A multi-storey…