Development and Heritage Together: Uttarakhand Creates a New History Through Investment, Infrastructure, and Achievements.
Development and Heritage Together: Uttarakhand Creates a New History Through Investment, Infrastructure, and Achievements
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand has presented a model of balanced development and cultural preservation over the past four years, earning a strong national identity. Significant progress has been recorded in investment, infrastructure, education, and tourism.
Major Leap in Investment and Infrastructure
During the Global Investors Summit held in the state, MoUs worth ₹3.56 lakh crore were signed, out of which investments exceeding ₹1 lakh crore have already been grounded.
Key projects like the Jamrani Dam in Nainital district and the Rishikesh–Karnaprayag railway line are progressing rapidly. The Delhi–Dehradun elevated road project is also set to begin soon.
To strengthen healthcare services, construction of an AIIMS satellite center in Kichha (Udham Singh Nagar) is underway.
Under the UDAN scheme, helicopter services have been started in mountainous regions, significantly improving connectivity.
Development in Rural and Border Areas
Under the Vibrant Village Programme, around 200 development projects worth ₹270 crore are being implemented in selected villages. Moreover, 13 model Sanskrit villages have been launched across all 13 districts.
The approval of a Smart Industrial Township at Khurpia Farm in Udham Singh Nagar and efforts to declare the Tanakpur–Bageshwar railway line as a national project are expected to boost industrial development.
Innovation in Education and Culture
Uttarakhand became the first state in India to implement the National Education Policy 2020. A Centre for Hindu Studies has been established at Doon University.
The decision to include the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita in school curricula is also seen as a significant step toward promoting cultural values.
Record Achievements in Tourism, Energy, and Sports
Tourism has reached new milestones in the state. In 2025, over 6.03 crore tourists visited Uttarakhand, while nearly 48 lakh pilgrims participated in the Char Dham Yatra. The Kanwar Yatra saw participation of over 4.15 crore devotees.
In renewable energy, the state’s solar capacity has surpassed 1 GW. UPCL has set a record by installing over 42,000 solar rooftop systems.
In sports, Uttarakhand hosted the National Games for the first time, where athletes from the state won a record 103 medals.
A Series of Honors and Achievements
Uttarakhand has performed exceptionally well in various national indices. In NITI Aayog’s Export Preparedness Index 2024, the state secured first place among smaller states. It also ranked among the top states in the SDG Index 2023–24.
Achieving the “Achievers” category in Ease of Doing Business and “Leaders” status in Startup Rankings reflects the state’s business-friendly policies. At Wings India 2026, Uttarakhand was awarded “Best State for Promotion of Aviation Ecosystem.” The state also secured second place in mining reforms, earning an incentive of ₹200 crore.
Additionally, villages like Jakhol, Supi, Harsil, and Gunji were recognized as Best Tourism Villages, highlighting the growing importance of rural tourism.
Over the past four years, with the guiding principle of “Development as well as Heritage,” Uttarakhand has achieved remarkable milestones across investment, infrastructure, education, tourism, and energy—marking the beginning of a new era for the state.