CM Dhami Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for 12 Development Projects Worth ₹231.91 Crore in Gairsain
Six projects worth ₹197.87 crore launched and six projects worth ₹34.04 crore inaugurated; key initiatives focus on drinking water, roads, education, land-subsidence protection, police infrastructure and fire services
Gairsain (Chamoli): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 12 development projects worth ₹231.91 crore in Gairsain (Bhararisain), Chamoli district, on Wednesday. The projects include six initiatives worth ₹197.87 crore for which foundation stones were laid and six completed projects worth ₹34.04 crore that were inaugurated.
The projects cover essential infrastructure, including drinking water supply, road connectivity, educational facilities, protection against land subsidence, and infrastructure for police and fire services. The initiatives are aimed at improving basic amenities and strengthening public services in Gairsain and surrounding areas.
₹122.69 Crore Dam Project to Strengthen Drinking Water Supply
Among the six projects launched by the Chief Minister, the most significant is a ₹122.69 crore dam construction project on the Ramganga River to provide drinking water to Gairsain town and nearby settlements.
Another major initiative involves protection works against land subsidence in Bahugunanagar, located in Karnaprayag development block. The project, costing ₹50.19 crore, is intended to address ground-instability concerns and improve the safety of the local population.
Investment in Education and Healthcare Infrastructure
The Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for the construction of a building for Government Polytechnic Gairsain at a cost of ₹12.17 crore. The project is expected to strengthen infrastructure for technical education in the region.
He also launched building maintenance work at the Government Ayurvedic Hospital in Bachhuwa Ban, with an allocation of ₹22.75 lakh. The work is intended to support the upkeep of the healthcare facility and improve its infrastructure.
Two Road Projects to Improve Regional Connectivity
Two additional projects were launched to improve road connectivity in the area.
These include works connecting kilometre 2 of the Kumoli-Raiwan Motor Road to the Farkhande Motor Road, with an investment of ₹6.99 crore, and works connecting kilometre 2 of the Gairsain-Pajyana Motor Road to the Kumoli-Raiwan Motor Road, costing ₹5.61 crore.
The projects are expected to support smoother movement and improve road access for residents of the surrounding areas.
Six Completed Projects Worth ₹34.04 Crore Inaugurated
The Chief Minister also inaugurated six completed development projects with a combined reported cost of ₹34.04 crore. These include road improvement works, an educational facility, a fire unit building and a new police station building.
Among the major road projects is the upgradation of the Khajurkhal-Bhandarikhor-Kunigad Motor Road (Bachhuwa Ban-Chaukhutia), completed at a cost of ₹14.82 crore.
The improvement and bituminous surfacing of kilometres 6 to 11 of the Sarkot-Bhararisain Motor Road, costing ₹4.03 crore, was also inaugurated.
Another completed project is the improvement, resurfacing and renewal of kilometres 1 to 8 of the Kargil martyr Ranjit Singh (Agar-Jingod) Motor Road, built at a cost of ₹2.18 crore.
These road projects are expected to improve the condition of key routes and make transportation more convenient for local residents.
Auditorium at Government Inter College Gairsain Inaugurated
In the education sector, Dhami inaugurated an auditorium building at Government Inter College Gairsain, constructed at a cost of ₹4.38 crore.
The facility will provide additional space for educational programmes, cultural activities and other institutional events.
New Buildings to Strengthen Police and Fire Services
The Chief Minister also inaugurated two important buildings designed to strengthen public safety and emergency response infrastructure in Gairsain.
These include a newly constructed fire unit building costing ₹4.38 crore and a police station building in Gairsain built at a cost of ₹4.25 crore.
The new facilities are expected to provide improved infrastructure for police operations and fire services in the area.
Focus on Basic Amenities and Regional Development
The 12 projects reflect a focus on essential public infrastructure in Gairsain and surrounding areas. The proposed Ramganga River dam is linked to drinking water requirements, while the land-subsidence protection works in Bahugunanagar address local safety concerns.
Road improvements are expected to enhance connectivity, while the new educational, police and fire service facilities will strengthen public infrastructure and service delivery.
Cabinet Ministers Satpal Maharaj, Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat and Bharat Chaudhary attended the event along with local MLA Anil Nautiyal, Chamoli District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar, Superintendent of Police Surjeet Singh Panwar, Chief Development Officer Dr. Abhishek Tripathi, other public representatives and officials.
