Uttarakhand plans to develop Tehri Lake as an international tourist destination. Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan gave this direction at a meeting with the Tourism Department. Notably, the plan falls under the “One State, One Global Destination” idea. Moreover, he asked officials to prepare a complete master plan for the lake area. Master Plan for 8,000…
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The district administration’s Carry Me Back policy is showing strong results at Kedarnath Dham. So far, 4,732 pilgrims have joined the campaign. Together, they have carried 12 tonnes of dry waste from Kedarnath to Gaurikund. Clearly, pilgrims themselves are now helping keep the shrine clean. What Is the Carry Me Back Policy? The Carry Me…
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Uttarakhand is preparing 98 GIS-based master plans for planned urban growth. The Housing Department is finalising them with help from leading expert institutions. Notably, the plans will soon move from paper to the ground. Moreover, all plans target the years 2041 and 2045 for long-term development. Break-Up of the 98 GIS-Based Master Plans The master…
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The Garhwali film Dholi has won a National Film Award. It received the award for “Best Garhwali Film” at the 72nd National Film Awards for 2024. Notably, the award falls in the category of films in other languages. Moreover, President Droupadi Murmu presented the honour to the film’s director, Dinesh Pundalik Bhosle. About the Award…
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The historic Vamana Dwadashi Mela is set to begin at Triyuginarayan in Uttarakhand. Notably, Triyuginarayan is the sacred site of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s wedding. Devotees will celebrate the fair with deep faith, joy and grandeur. Moreover, special rituals will honour Lord Vishnu in his Vamana form. Rituals of the Vamana Dwadashi Mela The…
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A unique pilgrimage called the Brahmakamal Yatra has set out from Bageshwar district. Every third year, villagers from Leeti village trek to Nanda Kund in the high Himalayas. Notably, the yatra takes place during the traditional Athon Mela. Locals also call it the “Jat Yatra”. What Happens During the Brahmakamal Yatra During the yatra, local…
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The sacred Nanda Devi Badi Jat Yatra 2026 is moving through the high Himalayas. Often called the “Himalayan Mahakumbh”, it set out from the Kurud temple in Chamoli. Notably, thousands of devotees walk a tough trail of 280 to 296 km to Homkund. Moreover, a rare four-horned ram, the Chausingha Khadu, leads the way. The…
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The Drug Free Uttarakhand campaign has turned into a people’s movement. Under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the state aims for a healthy and drug-free Uttarakhand. Notably, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has broken drug networks spread across several states. Now, special awareness drives are also running in schools, colleges and higher education institutions. Inspired […]
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Uttarakhand is preparing to become India’s ropeway hub. In partnership with the Centre, the state has proposed 51 ropeway projects. Together, they will cover about 160 km. Notably, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has asked agencies to start ground work by 9 November. Why Uttarakhand Needs Ropeway Projects Uttarakhand has tough mountain terrain. Therefore, ropeways […]
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Indian and US Army soldiers trained together at Auli during Yudh Abhyas 2026. The joint exercise focused on counter-terrorism operations. Notably, troops carried out building-clearance and room-intervention drills. Moreover, these drills recreated close-quarter combat situations. Technology in Yudh Abhyas 2026 Drills The assault teams used modern technology during the drills. For instance, they worked with […]
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