Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan Reviews Badrinath-Kedarnath Master Plan Works, Directs Priority Completion of Six Central Street Buildings in Kedarnath
Dehradun, September 24, 2026:
Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan reviewed the progress of various construction and reconstruction works being carried out under the Badrinath Dham and Kedarnath Dham Master Plan at the Secretariat on Thursday. During the meeting, he reviewed the status of ongoing projects, asset handover, timelines and coordination among the departments and agencies involved in the projects.
Reviewing the Kedarnath reconstruction works, the Chief Secretary directed that six buildings under the Central Street project be accorded top priority and that construction activities be initiated after the conclusion of the pilgrimage season. He directed the concerned stakeholders to complete the process of signing the necessary agreements at the earliest so that there is no delay in commencing the works.
The Chief Secretary also reviewed various works being undertaken by the Ministry of Culture. He directed the concerned District Magistrates to ensure continuous monitoring of these projects so that all works are completed within the stipulated timelines.
Strict Restrictions on Construction Outside Master Plan Area
The Chief Secretary directed that no construction activity should be permitted outside the designated Master Plan area. He instructed the concerned authorities to issue the necessary Government Order (GO) immediately in this regard.
He specifically directed that construction activities by any agency should not be permitted in fragile and avalanche-prone areas. He emphasized strict compliance with safety and environmental standards while undertaking any construction activity in such sensitive zones.
Review of Badrinath Master Plan Phase-I and Phase-II
The Chief Secretary also reviewed the progress of various works being undertaken under Phase-I and Phase-II of the Badrinath Dham Master Plan. He directed the concerned officials to regularly monitor the projects and ensure their completion within the laid down timelines.
The progress of the under-construction hospital at Badrinath Dham was also reviewed. District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar informed the meeting that the hospital is planned to become operational in approximately 15 days. The Chief Secretary directed the officials to complete all necessary arrangements well in advance to ensure that the hospital starts operations within the stipulated timeframe.
The Chief Secretary emphasized timely execution, quality, safety and effective coordination among all stakeholders involved in the Master Plan projects.
Secretary Dhiraj Singh Garbyal, APCCF Dr. Vivek Pandey, Surendra Mehra, CCF Prasanna Kumar Patro, Additional Secretary Vineet Kumar, Himanshu Khurana and Abhishek Rohila, along with the District Magistrates of the concerned districts, were present at the meeting.
