₹4.5 Crore Released in First Phase for Surveys and DPR Preparation
Dehradun: Under the consistent efforts and guidance of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand has received approval for a significant ₹125 crore project from the Government of India for landslide mitigation and management. The initiative aims to provide long-term solutions in the state’s most landslide-prone and geologically sensitive regions.
Proposals for this project were prepared by the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) and the Uttarakhand Landslide Mitigation and Management Centre (ULMMC), Dehradun, and submitted to the central government. Acting swiftly under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Ministry of Home Affairs approved the project.
An initial installment of ₹4.5 crore has been released in the first phase for exploration work and the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Chief Minister Dhami expressed gratitude on behalf of the state government and the people of Uttarakhand to the Prime Minister and Home Minister for their support. He stated that this project is a decisive step toward long-term and sustainable solutions in landslide-affected areas of the state.
Five Most Affected Locations Identified for Immediate Action
Mansa Devi Hill Bypass Road, Haridwar
Frequent landslides and rockfalls in this area have posed serious risks to public safety. This route also serves as an alternative during the annual Kanwar Yatra. Over 50,000 residents are estimated to be affected by these recurring disasters.
Glogi Hydroelectric Project Route, Mussoorie (Dehradun)
Located at Km 25 on the Dehradun–Mussoorie road, this area faces regular landslides during the monsoon, severely disrupting traffic and damaging road infrastructure.
Bahuguna Nagar Subsidence Zone, Karnaprayag (Chamoli)
Land subsidence in this area has caused significant damage to residential buildings and roads. The area is geologically very unstable and requires urgent mitigation efforts.
Charton Lodge Landslide Zone, Nainital
A major landslide in September 2023 affected several houses and forced many families to relocate temporarily. Poor drainage systems and continuous rainfall were identified as key contributing factors.
Khotila-Ghatdhar Zone, Dharchula (Pithoragarh)
Located along the India-Nepal border, this area suffers from intense rainfall and soil erosion, leading to serious degradation of land in this sensitive border region.
Chief Minister Dhami emphasized that the implementation of this project will follow a scientific and sustainable approach, strengthening the state’s resilience to disasters and ensuring lasting relief to affected communities.
