U'Khand tourist footfall 8 times higher than its population, says Dhami.
said that participating states would receive guidance from Union Home Minister Amit Shah on their issues.
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During a brief chat with reporters upon his arrival in the city, Dhami said, "Different states have different concerns. Himalayan states have their own issues; some are related to our borders, and some are connected to the govt of India's ministries, such as the forest and environment. We are the first state to implement Gross Environment Product (GEP), while the footfall of pilgrims and tourists is seven to eight times greater than our population.
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Apart from the issues related to these subjects, he said, many other issues would be tabled at the CZC meeting to seek guidance from the HM. In this meeting, he said, "We discuss all those issues related to our states and matters concerning the govt of India. Discussions are held based on mutual agreement to ensure cooperation among states, support each other's development, and collectively address the challenges facing the country," he added.
Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said, the entire nation is progressing rapidly. All states are contributing to this progress with the resolve of a developed India, and Uttarakhand is also fully prepared to contribute.
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