Acknowledging Sacrifices and Contributions

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of the state and honored the nation’s warriors who sacrificed their lives for India’s freedom. He also acknowledged the contributions of those who played a crucial role in the formation of Uttarakhand.

Vision for Uttarakhand’s Future

CM Dhami emphasized the need for collective efforts to tackle challenges and make Uttarakhand one of the best states in India. He stated, “We have overcome many hurdles, and with unity, we will build a stronger Uttarakhand.”

Key Infrastructure and Development Projects

Highlighting rapid development, CM Dhami mentioned the increase in Char Dham Yatra pilgrims and the approval of ropeways for Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib. He also discussed:

• Investment Boost: MoUs worth over Rs 3.55 lakh crore were signed at the Investors Global Summit, with Rs 80,000 crore projects already in progress.
• Road and Health Infrastructure: The construction of all-weather Char Dham roads, Bharatmala roads, AIIMS, and a smart industrial city has been approved.
• Legislative Reforms: Under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, Uttarakhand implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), anti-cheating and anti-riots laws, and measures against land jihad and love jihad.

Uttarakhand’s Decade of Growth

CM Dhami recalled PM Modi’s vision of making this decade a transformative period for Uttarakhand. He urged the people to work together towards progress, emphasizing that while challenges remain, the state is on the path to becoming India’s best.

Promoting Fitness and Youth Development

As part of the Fit India Movement, CM Dhami flagged off the Fit India Run in Dehradun. He encouraged people to:

• Exercise daily for at least 30 minutes
• Eat nutritious food
• Stay away from addiction

At the Maharana Pratap Sports College, he engaged with young athletes, performed push-ups, and administered the Fit India oath. Additionally, drones were distributed to top performers in a youth drone training program.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Reflecting on his childhood, CM Dhami encouraged youth to pursue sports and fitness. He emphasized that determination and a strong willpower are essential for achieving success.

“The fitness of citizens strengthens Uttarakhand. Let’s make fitness a daily habit and inspire those around us to stay healthy,” he added.