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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami urges long‑term Himalayan strategy
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 06:48 PM
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami called for a comprehensive, long‑term plan to address the unique challenges of Uttarakhand's Himalayan terrain.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that Uttarakhand must adopt a long‑term strategy specifically designed for the Himalayan region of the state. He highlighted that the area's rugged topography and climate pose distinct challenges that cannot be met with short‑term measures.
Dhami stressed that effective disaster management, sustainable infrastructure development and environmental protection require an integrated approach that reflects the realities of the mountains. He urged state agencies to work closely with the central government and experts to formulate policies that are both resilient and forward‑looking.
The chief minister warned that piecemeal actions will not suffice in the face of recurring landslides, floods and other climate‑related risks. A coordinated, multi‑year roadmap, he said, is essential to safeguard lives, promote economic growth and preserve the ecological balance of the Himalayas.
While specific initiatives were not detailed, Dhami indicated that the forthcoming plan will prioritize resource allocation, capacity building and community participation to ensure that development aligns with the fragile mountain ecosystem.
Dhami stressed that effective disaster management, sustainable infrastructure development and environmental protection require an integrated approach that reflects the realities of the mountains. He urged state agencies to work closely with the central government and experts to formulate policies that are both resilient and forward‑looking.
The chief minister warned that piecemeal actions will not suffice in the face of recurring landslides, floods and other climate‑related risks. A coordinated, multi‑year roadmap, he said, is essential to safeguard lives, promote economic growth and preserve the ecological balance of the Himalayas.
While specific initiatives were not detailed, Dhami indicated that the forthcoming plan will prioritize resource allocation, capacity building and community participation to ensure that development aligns with the fragile mountain ecosystem.