Uttarakhand Turns 25: ₹8,000 Cr Boost from PM Modi

On the occasion of Uttarakhand’s Silver Jubilee, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in grand celebrations held at the Forest Research Institute, Dehradun, and unveiled development projects worth over ₹8,000 crore. The day also marks Uttarakhand Foundation Day, celebrating 25 years since the state’s formation in 2000.

The Prime Minister’s visit reflected the central government’s commitment to accelerating the state’s development under the “double-engine” governance model, a term frequently used for Centre-State synergy under BJP-led governments.

Mega Infrastructure & Welfare Push

PM Modi launched and laid the foundation stones for a host of projects cutting across critical sectors, including,

• Drinking water and irrigation schemes to improve rural access
• Energy and urban development projects for better infrastructure
• Technical education and skill development initiatives for youth
• Sports infrastructure to promote youth participation and fitness

This multi-sectoral development package is expected to boost employment, improve living standards, and strengthen service delivery in remote and hilly regions.

Direct Benefit to Farmers

A major highlight was the release of over ₹62 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). The financial aid was directly transferred into the bank accounts of more than 28,000 farmers in Uttarakhand, reaffirming the government’s focus on ensuring timely and transparent delivery of farm subsidies and insurance claims.

PMFBY provides insurance coverage to farmers against crop loss due to natural calamities, pests, or diseases.

Symbolic Stamp and Exhibition

To mark the 25-year milestone, PM Modi also released a commemorative postage stamp, celebrating Uttarakhand’s unique identity and progress.

He later visited an exhibition showcasing local innovations and development models, where he interacted with stakeholders from across the state—signalling the importance of grassroots participation in nation-building.

Prime Minister’s Address: Vision for a New Uttarakhand

In his address to the public, the Prime Minister,

• Congratulated the people of Uttarakhand on their state’s Silver Jubilee
• Praised the state’s growth in the last 25 years, especially in infrastructure, tourism, and education
• Emphasised that Uttarakhand has immense untapped potential, particularly in eco-tourism, herbal wealth, and hydropower
• Reiterated the commitment of the “double-engine government” to take Uttarakhand to new heights
• Urged youth and local bodies to be active partners in the state’s next phase of transformation

Static Facts & Takeaways

• Uttarakhand Formation Day: Celebrated on November 9, formed in 2000
• Occasion: 25th Foundation Day or Silver Jubilee (2025)
• Venue: Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun
• Development Package: Over ₹8,000 crore across key sectors
• PMFBY Benefit Released: Over ₹62 crore to 28,000+ farmers
• Sectors Covered: Water, irrigation, education, energy, urban infra, skill & sports