CM Dhami Inaugurates Tanakpur Cooperative Fair, Unveils Development Projects Worth ₹88.11 Crore for Champawat
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Dhami says cooperative movement is the backbone of Uttarakhand’s rural economy
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₹1 lakh incentive cheques distributed to farmers for dairy initiatives
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Three projects inaugurated, five foundation stones laid in Champawat
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Watershed development projects under PMKSY to boost irrigation and rural livelihoods
Tanakpur/Champawat: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday inaugurated the Cooperative Fair at Gandhi Maidan, Tanakpur, marking the celebration of International Cooperative Year 2025. Organized by the Uttarakhand Cooperative Department, the fair aims to strengthen the cooperative movement and promote rural entrepreneurship across the state.
After cutting the ribbon, the Chief Minister inspected departmental stalls and interacted with beneficiaries. Speaking on the occasion, he said that the cooperative sector is not merely an economic system but a “symbol of mutual support, social harmony, and collective progress.” He added that the cooperative movement has played a crucial role in empowering farmers, women, and youth to become self-reliant.
Dhami praised the initiative, noting that events like these help expand the spirit of cooperation from rural communities to urban society.
₹1 Lakh Incentive Cheques Distributed to Farmers
During the program, CM Dhami distributed cheques of ₹1 lakh each to four farmers—Pan Singh, Kishan Singh, Sandeep Singh, and another beneficiary—for dairy cattle rearing under the Cooperative Department’s rural incentive scheme. He encouraged them to set an example for other farmers by adopting modern and sustainable livelihood practices.
Champawat Receives Eight Major Development Projects Worth ₹88.11 Crore
The Chief Minister dedicated and laid the foundation stone for eight key development schemes costing a total of ₹8810.90 lakh (approx. ₹88.11 crore). These include three completed projects and five new ones.
Inaugurated Projects (03) — Total Cost: ₹2478.56 Lakh
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125-meter Arch Motor Bridge on Nayakgoth–Hanumangarhi Motor Road (₹1377.14 lakh)
The newly inaugurated bridge on the Hanumangarhi–Khetkheda–Thwalkheda route enhances connectivity for several villages in Champawat. -
Hot Mix Improvement of Internal Roads in Champawat (₹992.12 lakh)
The PWD Provincial Division completed strengthening and upgrading of internal link roads to improve urban mobility. -
Reconstruction of Collectorate Building in Kumaoni Architectural Style (₹109.30 lakh)
The Rural Works Department restored the building with traditional aesthetics while integrating modern facilities.
Foundation Stone Laid for 05 Projects — Total Cost: ₹6332.34 Lakh
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Construction of New Tehsil Office Building, Champawat (₹1385.68 lakh)
Proposed by the Uttarakhand Drinking Water Resources Development and Construction Corporation, the project will enhance administrative efficiency. -
Three Watershed Development Projects under PMKSY – WDC
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Champawat/WDC/PMKSY 20/4/2021-22 — ₹1092.56 lakh
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Champawat/WDC/PMKSY 20/11/2021-22 — ₹1332.24 lakh
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Champawat/WDC/PMKSY 20/11/2021-22 — ₹1563.52 lakh
These watershed initiatives aim to boost irrigation capacity, improve water conservation, and strengthen rural livelihoods.
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Chief Minister Dhami said the schemes will accelerate holistic and balanced development across Champawat, generate employment, strengthen the rural economy, and significantly enhance the quality of life in the region.
Dignitaries Present
The program was attended by Minister of State (Independent Charge) Shyam Narayan Pandey, District Panchayat Chairman Anand Singh Adhikari, Municipal Council Chairman Vipin Kumar, Block Pramukh Anchala Bohra, BJP leaders including Govind Samant, Nirmal Mahara, Mukesh Kalkhudiya, Prakash Tiwari, Deepak Rajwar, Puran Mahara, Himesh Kalkhudiya, Shivraj Kathayat, Gunjan Sukheja, Satish Pandey, Pushpa Vishwakarma, Kedar Brijwal, Vikas Shah; along with District Magistrate Manish Kumar, SP Ajay Ganpati, CDO Dr. G.S. Khati, Joint Director (Cooperative Department) Mangala Tripathi, public representatives, and a large number of local residents.
