PIONEER EDGE NEWS SERVICE/Haldwani Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched 67 development schemes worth more than Rs 284 crore at a programme organised in Pithoragarh on Sunday. These included the inauguration of 33 works costing Rs 105.30 crore and the foundation stone laying of 34 works costing Rs 178.76 crore. The CM also made nine important announcements related to the development of the district. Cheques worth more than Rs one crore were distributed to the beneficiaries under various self-employment schemes of the Industry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries departments on the occasion. Addressing the public, the CM said that these schemes will strengthen roads, health, education and other infrastructure. The State government is committed to developing border areas and increasing local employment opportunities. Dhami said that after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Adi Kailash, the attraction of pilgrims and tourists to the region has increased. This year, the number of pilgrims attending the pilgrimage is expected to exceed one lakh. This is providing new employment opportunities for those involved in homestays, transportation, local products and tourism businesses. The chief minister said that the MBBS admission process has begun for the medical college being developed in Pithoragarh at a cost of over Rs 750 crore. This will provide medical education opportunities to the youth of the border district. The Pithoragarh-Bans-Amlaghat road and bridge will reduce the distance to Gangolihat and make it easier to reach the Haat Kalika Temple. He said that air connectivity from Pithoragarh to Munsyari, Haldwani, Delhi and Dehradun has been promoted. Work is underway to develop the Nainisaini airport at a cost of approximately Rs 450 crore.The State government is committed to providing a fair and transparent recruitment system for youth. Under strict anti-cheating laws, action has been taken against fraudulent mafias, and more than 100 people have been jailed. More than 35,000 youth in the State have been given government jobs. He stated that numerous schemes, including Lakhpati Didi, are being implemented to economically empower women. Decisions such as the Uniform Civil Code, strict land laws and anti-riot laws have been taken in the state’s interest. Operation Kalanemi is also taking action against those who mislead people using fake identities. Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Ajay Tamta, said that improved road connectivity has facilitated travel to Gunji and Adi Kailash. He noted the expansion of religious and adventure tourism and healthcare facilities in the region.
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