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Uttarakhand has started GPS and GIS mapping of 100 major trek routes and hike routes. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the survey team from his camp office. Notably, the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board formed this team. Moreover, the team will survey each chosen route on the ground. Why Map Trek Routes? Uttarakhand has […]
Read MoreUttarakhand’s homestay scheme is bringing new life to hill villages. It boosts rural tourism and also encourages reverse migration. Notably, about 6,500 migrants have returned to their villages. Of these, more than 22 per cent have started homestays. Homestays in Uttarakhand Today According to an estimate, over 5,000 homestays now run across the state. Also, […]
Read MoreUttarakhand has involved villagers in saving its natural water sources. Through the Bhagirath App, villagers have mapped thousands of springs. Notably, the campaign runs under the theme “Dhara Mera, Naula Mera, Gaon Mera, Prayas Mera”. In short, it means “My stream, my naula, my village, my effort”. What the Bhagirath App Survey Found So far, […]
Read MoreThe Kishau Dam will become India’s second-highest dam after the Tehri Dam. It will rise about 232 metres high. Notably, it will also be the 11th-highest dam in Asia. The dam will come up on the Tons river along the Uttarakhand–Himachal Pradesh border. Six States Sign the Kishau Dam Agreement On 15 September 2026, six […]
Read MoreTravel to Uttarakhand’s Garhwal hills may soon become much faster. Two big rail projects could change the journey from Delhi. First, the Rishikesh–Karnaprayag rail line will link Rishikesh deep into Garhwal. Second, a planned Namo Bharat extension could bring Delhi within about 2.5 hours of Rishikesh. Delhi to Rishikesh in About 2.5 Hours Delhi already […]
Read MoreUttarakhand is speeding up its drive to revive natural springs and rivers. As part of this effort, SARA has launched the One District One River programme. Under it, the authority has selected one river in each district. Notably, each chosen river will get focused rejuvenation work. What Is SARA? SARA stands for the Spring and […]
Read MoreDehradun has made strong progress in the Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2026. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) released the results. Notably, Dehradun ranked 12th in India among cities with a population of 3 to 10 lakh. Clearly, the state capital is improving its air quality year after year. Dehradun’s Rise in Swachh Vayu Survekshan Dehradun’s […]
Read MoreTwo young climbers from Uttarakhand have scaled Mount Kilimanjaro. Nine-year-old Riyansh Pant and ten-year-old Prisha Rawat reached the summit on 22 August 2026. Notably, they hoisted the Indian Tricolour at the top. Clearly, their feat has made the whole state proud. Who Are the Young Climbers? Master Riyansh Pant lives in Chinakhan in Almora. Meanwhile, […]
Read MoreOfficials have issued a safety advisory for the Nanda Devi Badi Jat Yatra 2026. It follows a joint inspection of the proposed trekking route. Notably, teams from the Forest Department, Police and SDRF carried out the inspection. Their aim was to check the route’s condition, access and safety arrangements. Route Inspection Findings The joint team […]
Read MoreAn expert team has left to survey two high-risk glacial lake sites in Uttarakhand. The team will study Saraswati Tal in Chamoli and Kedartal in Uttarkashi. Notably, Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman flagged off the team from USDMA. Moreover, the survey aims to cut risks from glacial lakes and improve disaster preparedness. What the […]
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