Union Home Minister Amit Shah Praises Dhami Government’s Transparent And Visionary Leadership At Uttarakhand Investment Festival 2025

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah lauded the Pushkar Singh Dhami-led Uttarakhand government for its transparent, swift, and visionary approach to governance during the Uttarakhand Investment Festival 2025, held in Rudrapur on Saturday. The event marked the successful grounding of over ₹1 lakh crore worth of investments following the Global Investors Summit (GIS) held in December 2023, positioning Uttarakhand as a rising hub of industrial growth.

In his address, Amit Shah hailed the Dhami administration’s accomplishment in bringing on-ground investment from MoUs signed during GIS 2023 and emphasized that 81,000 direct jobs have already been created, with over 2.5 lakh more expected through ancillary industries.

“This is not just a state-level success but a contribution to Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. A developed India is not possible without a developed Uttarakhand,” Shah said.

Dhami Government Applauded for Ground-Level Execution

Shah credited the state’s success to its effective execution, stating that the MoUs worth ₹3.56 lakh crore are now being translated into reality. He noted that investment is reaching even Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns, balancing development with environmental sustainability. He reiterated the Centre’s full support to Uttarakhand’s development push.

Central Support Quadrupled Under Modi Government

Amit Shah outlined the extensive support Uttarakhand has received from the Centre, including:

• ₹1.86 lakh crore in assistance (3.5x more than previous governments)

• ₹31,000 crore for roads

• ₹40,000 crore for railways

• ₹100 crore for airports

He emphasized that such support is transforming Uttarakhand into a year-round destination for tourism, wellness, and industry.

Key Inaugurations and Foundation Stone Layings Worth ₹1,342 Cr

Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation for 20 major projects worth ₹1,342.84 crore, including:

• District Jail Pithoragarh (₹34.49 cr)

• Government Polytechnic Buildings in Champawat and Tanakpur

• Bus Terminal Development in Haldwani (₹378.35 cr)

• Drinking Water System in Tanakpur (₹171.54 cr)

• Working Women Hostel in Udham Singh Nagar (₹126 cr)

• Establishment of a Homeopathic Medical College in Dehradun (₹71.58 cr)

• Several police department residential and non-residential buildings

CM Dhami Highlights Investment, Innovation, and Industry Growth

Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said Uttarakhand is emerging as a top destination for investment and innovation.

“More than ₹1 lakh crore worth of MoUs have been grounded. This reflects Uttarakhand’s potential, entrepreneurial spirit, and inclusive development,” Dhami said.

Key initiatives mentioned by the Chief Minister:

• Over 30 investor-friendly policies implemented (Industrial, Startup, Logistics, MSME, etc.)

• Launch of ₹200 crore Venture Fund for startups

• “Investment Friend” facility to handhold investors

• Development of Aroma Park, Plastic Park, Electronics Cluster, and Multimodal Logistics Park

• Upcoming Industrial Smart City in Khurpiya (₹1,300 cr)

Sector	MoUs Signed	Value (₹ Cr)	Grounded (₹ Cr)	Employment Generated

Energy

157

1,03,459

40,341

8,472

Industry

658

78,448

34,086

44,663

Housing

125

41,947

10,055

5,172

Tourism

437

47,646

8,635

4,694

Higher Ed

28

6,675

5,116

4,428

Others

374

79,518

3,292

13,898

Industry and Education Leaders Applaud the State

• Baba Ramdev, founder of Patanjali, praised the government’s wellness policy and commitment to environmental balance.

• Dr. Sunil Rai, Chairman of UPES, highlighted improved connectivity and quality education in Uttarakhand.

• Pawan Agarwal, MD of Naini Papers, shared that their eco-friendly plant created 300 jobs and promotes agricultural-based wood alternatives.

Conclusion

The Uttarakhand Investment Festival 2025 showcased the state’s transformation into an investment-ready, future-forward, and environmentally conscious economy. With strong central support and assertive leadership, Uttarakhand is emerging as a model for balanced and inclusive growth.