Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday distributed appointment letters to 15 newly selected assistant teachers under the Tribal Welfare Department at the Chief Sevak Sadan, CM residence. On the occasion, he also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of various departmental construction projects worth over ₹15 crore.
Focus on Education and Infrastructure
Congratulating the newly appointed teachers, CM Dhami expressed confidence that the youth educators will play a vital role in shaping the holistic development of the new generation. He said these projects would not only strengthen the infrastructure of tribal communities but also ensure better facilities for citizens.
The CM highlighted the central government’s efforts under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pointing out that the tribal development budget has been tripled compared to earlier times. He also recalled initiatives like celebrating Birsa Munda Jayanti as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.
Expanding Educational Opportunities
Currently, four Eklavya Model Residential Schools are operational in Kalsi, Mehraun, Bajpur, and Khatima, providing free education and hostel facilities for tribal children. A proposal has also been submitted for new Eklavya schools in Pithoragarh for Bhotiya and Raji tribes.
Sixteen state-run ashram schools are functional, ensuring scholarships and quality education, while three ITIs are providing technical education to tribal youth.
Safeguarding Culture and Heritage
CM Dhami reiterated the government’s commitment to preserving Uttarakhand’s tribal culture and heritage, inspired by Birsa Munda’s legacy. He noted that a strict anti-conversion law has been enacted, and over 9,000 acres of encroached land have been freed.
He also emphasized that Uttarakhand was the first state in India to implement a Uniform Civil Code, while exempting tribal customs and traditions to protect their identity.
New Announcements
On the occasion, the CM announced the construction of high-tech toilet blocks for girl students in tribal research institutions and the setting up of a dining hall at Aadi Lakshya Sansthan.
Dignitaries Present
The event witnessed the presence of Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi, MLAs Khajan Das, Umesh Sharma Kau, Savita Kapoor, Dalip Singh Rawat, Pramod Nainwal, Tribal Commission Chairperson Leelavati Rana, Social Welfare Secretary Shridhar Babu Addanki, Tribal Welfare Director Sanjay Tolia, Social Welfare Director Chandra Singh Dharshaktu, and other senior officials.
