Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets PM Modi, discusses development and key projetcs

March 27, 2026

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday. According to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), during the meeting, the Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the continuous support and guidance provided by the Central Government towards the development of Uttarakhand.

CM Dhami noted that with this support, the state is achieving new milestones of growth. He also extended an invitation to the Prime Minister to visit Uttarakhand.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister presented a replica of Shaktipeeth Maa Surkanda Devi, along with Badri cow ghee, five varieties of rajma sourced from different districts of the state, and honey.

भारत को नई दिशा, नई ऊर्जा और नया आत्मविश्वास देने वाले, सेवा, समर्पण और राष्ट्र निर्माण का संकल्प लिए हुए गरीब, किसान, युवाओं और महिलाओं के सशक्तिकरण हेतु सदैव समर्पित, वैश्विक मंच पर माँ भारती का मान, सम्मान और स्वाभिमान बढ़ाने वाले विश्व के सबसे लोकप्रिय नेता आदरणीय… pic.twitter.com/O4DGhsYstg

— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) March 27, 2026

Haridwar Maha Kumbh 2027

The Chief Minister thanked the Prime Minister for approving Rs 500 crore assistance for Haridwar Kumbh-2027, initiating a feasibility study under the river-linking project by the National Water Development Agency, sanctioning Rs 100 crore for the development of Chauraasi Kutiya in Rajaji National Park, signing an MoU for the Naini-Saini airstrip in Pithoragarh, and extending support for safe helicopter services during the Char Dham Yatra.

He also expressed gratitude for the approvals of key infrastructure projects such as the undergrounding of electric lines in Rishikesh, Champawat bypass, Dehradun Ring Road, and the Dehradun-Mussoorie Road.

Uttarakhand as a Global Wedding Destination 

As per the CMO, during the meeting, the Chief Minister provided detailed information on the steps taken by the state government based on the Prime Minister’s suggestions during his Uttarakhand visit. He highlighted that efforts are underway to develop Uttarakhand as a global wedding destination, with locations such as Chopta, Duggalbitta, Patwadangar, and the Sharda Corridor being developed, while Ramnagar, Dehradun, Rishikesh, and Triyuginarayan have already gained popularity. A dedicated wedding destination policy is also being formulated.

He further informed that regions such as Bel Kedar, Anjanisain-Tehri, and Lohaghat-Shyamlatal have been identified as Spiritual Economic Zones. The introduction of the winter pilgrimage has significantly increased the number of devotees.

Pilgrims increased at Adi Kailash

The number of pilgrims visiting Adi Kailash increased from 1,761 in 2022 to 36,453 in 2025, supported by the launch of helicopter services. The state is also promoting adventure tourism activities such as river rafting, paragliding, and kayaking. Under the “Vocal for Local” initiative, local products are being promoted globally through the House of Himalayas brand.

The Chief Minister also briefed the Prime Minister about initiatives like “One District One Fair,” cluster school schemes, Bharat Darshan, and Uttarakhand Darshan programs aimed at boosting education, tourism, rural economy, and self-employment.