Dehradun: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has inaugurated the Devbhoomi Silver Jubilee Parks in Rishikesh and dedicated them to the public. The initiative covers nine urban local bodies across four districts of Uttarakhand.
During the programme, the Chief Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for seven development projects worth over Rs 36 crore in Dehradun district. Additionally, eight new waste collection vehicles were flagged off to improve urban cleanliness and waste management.
Uttarakhand Silver Jubilee Parks Developed In Nine Urban Local Bodies
The inauguration programme was held at Chandreshwar Nagar in Rishikesh on November 10, 2026. The parks have been developed across nine urban local bodies in Dehradun, Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar and Uttarkashi districts.
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The project is part of the state’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, marking 25 years of Uttarakhand’s formation.
Chief Minister Dhami said the government wanted the memories of the state’s formation to be reflected in real development work rather than remaining limited to official celebrations.
According to the Chief Minister, areas that were once covered with garbage and bushes have now been transformed into green and organised public spaces.
What are the Major Facilities in Uttarakhand Silver Jubilee Parks
The newly developed parks aim to provide better public spaces for different age groups.
Children will get safe spaces to play, while senior citizens will have suitable areas for walking. Women will also have comfortable places to sit and relax.
Young people can use these parks for yoga, exercise and other physical activities.
The parks will also display Uttarakhand’s culture, traditional practices and local plants. The Chief Minister asked urban local bodies to maintain these parks with active public participation.
Seven Development Projects Worth Rs 36 Crore Announced
Along with the park inauguration, Chief Minister Dhami inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for seven development schemes worth more than Rs 36 crore in Dehradun district.
These projects are expected to support local development and improve public facilities.
During the same programme, the Chief Minister flagged off eight waste collection vehicles to strengthen the sanitation system in urban areas. The initiative aims to improve waste collection and help urban local bodies maintain cleaner surroundings.
Uttarakhand Strengthens Urban Cleanliness And Waste Management
The state government is also focusing on better sanitation, environmental protection and modern urban facilities. According to the figures shared by the Chief Minister:
- All 108 urban local bodies in Uttarakhand have achieved Open Defecation Free (ODF) status.
- Rishikesh and Haridwar have received Water Plus certification.
- More than 90% of urban waste in the state is undergoing scientific processing.
- Around 109 acres of land have been recovered through the removal of old waste deposits.
The government is also promoting waste-to-energy projects. Biogas is being produced from waste in Rudrapur and Mussoorie.
Along the Char Dham Yatra routes, more than 60,000 kilograms of plastic have been collected through the Digital Deposit Refund System (DDRS).
Rs 1,375 Crore Sanitation Plan For Urban Areas
The Uttarakhand government has prepared a comprehensive sanitation action plan worth approximately Rs 1,375 crore for 107 urban local bodies.
Under this plan, 27 Sewage and Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants are being established.
The government is also working to mechanise sanitation activities so that sanitation workers, known as Paryavaran Mitras, do not have to perform dangerous cleaning work under unsafe conditions. These steps are aimed at improving waste treatment, public health and working conditions for sanitation workers.
Uttarakhand Silver Jubilee Parks: AMRUT Projects To Improve Drinking Water And Sewerage Facilities
The government is also investing in drinking water supply, sewerage systems and other urban infrastructure.
Under the first phase of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), 148 out of 151 approved projects have been completed. These projects have provided tap water connections to more than 72,000 households.
Under AMRUT 2.0, projects worth around Rs 650 crore are underway. They aim to provide drinking water to another 40,000 households and improve water bodies and ponds.
Additionally, projects worth nearly Rs 874 crore are being developed in selected cities to improve drinking water, sewerage and urban infrastructure, including in Rishikesh.
Government Focuses On Housing And Healthcare Facilities
The Chief Minister also highlighted the government’s efforts to improve living conditions for people in urban areas.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), more than 62,000 houses have been sanctioned in Uttarakhand. Permanent houses have already been provided to over 50,000 families.
The state is also operating 35 night shelters, known as Rain Baseras, for people who need temporary accommodation.
Healthcare services have reached more than 3 lakh people through 114 Urban Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. These centres provide healthcare facilities closer to people’s homes.
Digital Services And Kumbh 2027 Preparations
The Uttarakhand government is working to make municipal services easier through digital platforms.
Services such as property tax payments, property mutation and trade licences are being made available online through the UPYOG platform.
The government is also developing a digital sanitation monitoring system in Haridwar ahead of Kumbh 2027.
The system aims to improve cleanliness and waste management during the major religious gathering, which is expected to attract devotees from across India and other countries.
Over 35,000 Government Jobs Provided In Five Years
During the programme, Chief Minister Dhami also discussed employment opportunities and youth welfare.
He said that more than 35,000 young people had received government jobs over the last five years. He also highlighted the state’s strict anti-cheating law and efforts to make recruitment processes more transparent.
The government is also promoting employment opportunities through tourism, homestays, agriculture, local products and self-employment.
These initiatives aim to create more livelihood opportunities in rural and urban areas and reduce the need for young people to migrate to other states for work.
Uttarakhand Government Focuses On Development And Cultural Identity
The Chief Minister said that development should move forward while protecting Uttarakhand’s natural resources, cultural identity and traditional values.
He also highlighted major state decisions, including the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and stricter land laws.
Dhami appealed to citizens to actively participate in cleanliness drives, environmental protection and development activities.
He said the government was committed to making Uttarakhand a developed state while improving facilities in towns, cities and rural areas.
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