https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Uttarakhand to Develop Planned Cities in Hills to Curb Migration and Boost Local Economy, Bilwakedar To Be 1st Such City

By establishing well-equipped cities in the hills, youth and families can access local employment, education, and a better quality of life, reducing the need to relocate
Indian Masterminds Stories

The Uttarakhand government has initiated a major urban development plan to construct new, planned cities in the mountainous regions of the state. The first such city will be developed in Bilwakedar (Srinagar) under Pauri district, with the goal of not only stopping the mass migration from hill areas but also encouraging local-level economic growth. As part of this initiative, consultant selection for the project is expected to be completed within this month.

Also Read: Madhya Pradesh to Host Rs. 1,800 Crore BEML Rail Coach Manufacturing Unit Near Bhopal – Details Inside

Housing Minister Calls for Timely Execution

Housing Minister Mr. Premchand Agarwal stated that the Uttarakhand Housing and Urban Development Authority (UUDA) has been instructed to expedite the consultant appointment process. The consultant will be tasked with preparing a master plan and development model for the proposed city. According to Mr. Agarwal, the planned city will be developed with integrated infrastructure, including housing, transport, commerce, education, and healthcare facilities.

A Solution to the Migration Crisis

Uttarakhand has long been grappling with the challenge of migration from mountainous villages to the plains due to the lack of employment and amenities. With many villages now nearly deserted, the government sees this urban development initiative as a key solution. By establishing well-equipped cities in the hills, youth and families can access local employment, education, and a better quality of life, reducing the need to relocate.

Minister Agarwal highlighted that since the construction of New Tehri, no planned city has been built in the state, and it is high time to take decisive action.

Expansion Plans in Kumaon Division

The state’s efforts are not limited to the Garhwal region. The government is also working on establishing new hill cities in the Kumaon division. Orders have already been issued to fast-track land selection in the region. The move is expected to promote balanced regional development, ensuring that urban amenities are extended to remote hilly areas as well.

Chief Minister Dhami Emphasizes Public Participation

Chief Minister Mr. Pushkar Singh Dhami has expressed strong support for the initiative. Addressing residents of Vikaskhand Yamkeshwar via virtual interaction, he emphasized that public participation is crucial for effective governance. He assured citizens that the government is committed to delivering public welfare schemes on time and highlighted several platforms like the CM Dashboard, CM Helpline, and the Quick Solution Team, which have been created to resolve citizen grievances swiftly.

Quick Solution Team in Pauri Garners Praise

Mr. Dhami specifically lauded the Quick Solution Team operational in Pauri district, calling it an example for other districts. He reiterated the government’s commitment to the mantra of “Reform, Transform and Perform,” drawing inspiration from Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi. He noted that Uttarakhand is steadily moving forward in line with India’s vision of becoming a developed nation.

Citizens’ Voices at the Centre of Governance

During the interaction, the Chief Minister also engaged with beneficiaries of various state schemes and assured them that policy decisions are being made with the common citizen’s needs in mind. He stressed that true good governance lies not just in policy formulation but in effective on-ground implementation and public trust-building through regular dialogue.

This planned city initiative marks a historic step for Uttarakhand, blending infrastructure development with socio-economic transformation in the hill regions.

Also Read: “Sisters Are God”: MP CM Mohan Yadav’s Rakhi Message Echoes Across Madhya Pradesh


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
BPCL_resized
New Leadership for a Greener Future: BPCL Taps Dibyendu Dwijesh Sarkar as CGM to Lead Renewable Energy Initiatives- Know More About Him
MCD-Delhi-logo-resized
SC Flags Serious Lapses by MCD in Protecting Defence Colony’s Historic Gumti of Shaikh Ali, Orders Daily Progress Report on Maintenance
Punjab-Haryana-High-Court-resized
Punjab & Haryana High Court Initiates Suo Motu Case Over Denial of Security to Judicial Officers
Bihar Police
Bihar Police Launches 'Class of New Law' to Train Personnel in Modern Crime-Fighting Techniques
Nalco
Dividend Alert: NALCO Announces ₹10 Dividend for FY25, Record Date on September 19 - Details Inside
Gwalior Tourism Conclave
Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior Hosts Two-Day Tourism Conclave Focused on Investment & Culture
IA Rescue
Service Before Self: Indian Army Rescues 600+ in Major Flood Relief Operations in Jammu, Pathankot & Punjab
Coal_India_AGM
Coal India Reports Strong FY25 Performance, Unveils Modernization Plans at 51st AGM
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-08-25 at 13.56
Operation Hunt: IPS Dr. Karanraj Vaghela’s Mission to Nab Valsad’s Most Wanted
Dr
Resisted Flawed Schemes, Transferred Thrice In Three Months, Found Solace In Writing
WhatsApp Image 2025-08-11 at 4.48
IAS SVR Srinivas on Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, Tough Calls, and the Real Power of IAS Officers | Video Interview
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
IAS Minnu P M
“Lazy, Sleepy, Yet Determined”: Minnu P M’s Honest Take on Cracking UPSC
Minnu PM, once a clerk in Kerala Police, cleared UPSC with AIR 150 after five years of struggle. Her...
IPS Ashish Tiwari
From IIT and Investment Banking to Public Service, Meet IPS Ashish Tiwari 
Ashish Tiwari, IIT graduate and former investment banker, chose public service over global finance. As...
WhatsApp Image 2025-08-12 at 7.27
First Attempt IRS, Fourth Attempt IPS: The Relentless Pursuit of Jitendra Kumar Yadav Who Cracked UPSC 3 Times
IPS Yadav is originally from Chhattisgarh. He was first selected for the IRS through UPSC and later for...
Social Media
Masahiro Hara
From Go Board to Global Use, How QR Codes Changed the World: IRAS Officer Ananth Rupanagudi Spotlights Masahiro Hara’s Vision
IRAS officer Ananth Rupanagudi shared a video on Masahiro Hara, the inventor of QR codes, highlighting...
IFS Susanta Nanda Video
A Mother’s Duty: Tigress Watches Over Cubs Splashing in Waterhole — Heartwarming Video Shared By Retd. IFS Officer Susanta Nanda
A tender wildlife video shared by Retd. IFS officer Susanta Nanda shows a tigress keeping watch over...
Mohanmala
Kaziranga Mourns: Beloved Elephant Mohanmala Passes Away After Five Decades of Service
Kaziranga National Park mourns the loss of Mohanmala, a beloved elephant who served over 50 years as...
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
BPCL_resized
New Leadership for a Greener Future: BPCL Taps Dibyendu Dwijesh Sarkar as CGM to Lead Renewable Energy Initiatives- Know More About Him
MCD-Delhi-logo-resized
SC Flags Serious Lapses by MCD in Protecting Defence Colony’s Historic Gumti of Shaikh Ali, Orders Daily Progress Report on Maintenance
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-08-25 at 13.56
Dr
WhatsApp Image 2025-08-11 at 4.48
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT