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India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Improved road connectivity shrinking economic, social and geographical gaps in Uttarakhand: CM Pushkar Dhami
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 24 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said the state is witnessing a transformative phase of development, driven by rapid improvements in road infrastructure that are bridging not only geographical distances but also narrowing economic and social gaps between the hills and the plains. CM Dhami highlighted that enhanced road connectivity is laying the foundation for a self-reliant Uttarakhand, advancing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'Developed India.' In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote, 'Continuous improvement in road connectivity in Uttarakhand has given a new pace to the state's development. Now, with the construction of all-weather roads, bypass routes, tunnels, and modern bridges, the distance between hills and plains is not just geographical but is also shrinking economically and socially.' 'The unprecedented work done in the field of road connectivity is the foundation of a self-reliant Uttarakhand, a strong step towards realising the vision of a 'Developed India' as envisioned by the respected Prime Minister, Narendra Modi,' the post added on X. Meanwhile, on Monday, CM Dhami took part in an event at Parade Ground, Dehradun, to mark International Olympic Day. He honoured players who won international and national medals and administered the oath of sportsmanship. He said that this day is dedicated to sportsmanship, unity, and peace. The Olympics are not just a competition but a symbol of dedication, sadhana, and national pride. Chief Minister Dhami said extensive work has been done to promote sports in the country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India is now emerging as a winner, not just a participant. In the 2023 Asian Games, India performed best with 107 medals, while 126 players from India qualified for the 2020 Olympics, which shows the strength of the sports ecosystem in the country. He further said that the state government is committed to developing Uttarakhand as 'Khel Bhumi'. In the recently held 38th National Games, the players of Uttarakhand made the state proud by winning 103 medals. He added that work is being done rapidly towards establishing 23 sports academies, the Sports University Haldwani and the Women's Sports College Lohaghat in eight major cities of the state. (ANI)
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Improved road connectivity shrinking economic, social and geographical gaps in Uttarakhand: CM Pushkar Dhami
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said the state is witnessing a transformative phase of development, driven by rapid improvements in road infrastructure that are bridging not only geographical distances but also narrowing economic and social gaps between the hills and the plains. CM Dhami highlighted that enhanced road connectivity is laying the foundation for a self-reliant Uttarakhand, advancing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'Developed India.' In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote, "Continuous improvement in road connectivity in Uttarakhand has given a new pace to the state's development. Now, with the construction of all-weather roads, bypass routes, tunnels, and modern bridges, the distance between hills and plains is not just geographical but is also shrinking economically and socially." "The unprecedented work done in the field of road connectivity is the foundation of a self-reliant Uttarakhand, a strong step towards realising the vision of a 'Developed India' as envisioned by the respected Prime Minister, Narendra Modi," the post added on X. Meanwhile, on Monday, CM Dhami took part in an event at Parade Ground, Dehradun, to mark International Olympic Day. He honoured players who won international and national medals and administered the oath of sportsmanship. He said that this day is dedicated to sportsmanship, unity, and peace. The Olympics are not just a competition but a symbol of dedication, sadhana, and national pride. Chief Minister Dhami said extensive work has been done to promote sports in the country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India is now emerging as a winner, not just a participant. In the 2023 Asian Games, India performed best with 107 medals, while 126 players from India qualified for the 2020 Olympics, which shows the strength of the sports ecosystem in the country. He further said that the state government is committed to developing Uttarakhand as 'Khel Bhumi'. In the recently held 38th National Games, the players of Uttarakhand made the state proud by winning 103 medals. He added that work is being done rapidly towards establishing 23 sports academies, the Sports University Haldwand the Women's Sports College Lohaghat in eight major cities of the state.
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Govt is committed to develop Uttarakhand as Khel Bhumi": Uttarakhand CM Dhami
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 23 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday participated in the program organised at Parade Ground in Dehradun on the occasion of International Olympic Day. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also honoured the players who won medals at the international and national levels and also administered the oath of sportsmanship to the players. He said that this day is dedicated to the values of sportsmanship, unity and peace. Olympics are not just a competition, but a symbol of dedication, sadhana and national pride. Chief Minister Dhami said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extensive work has been done to promote sports in the country. India is now emerging as a winner, not just a participant in sports. In the 2023 Asian Games, India performed best with 107 medals, while 126 players from India qualified for the Olympics 2020, which shows the strength of the sports ecosystem in the country. He further said that the state government is committed to develop Uttarakhand as 'Khel Bhumi'. In the recently held 38th National Games, the players of Uttarakhand made the state proud by winning 103 medals. He added that work is being done rapidly towards the establishment of 23 sports academies, Sports University Haldwani and Women's Sports College Lohaghat in eight major cities of the state. The Chief Minister said that under the sports policy, the state government is running schemes like out of turn government jobs, sports allowance, and Uttarakhand Khel Ratna and Himalaya Khel Ratna awards to medal winning players. Four per cent sports quota has been implemented for players in state services. Incentive amount is being transferred through DBT to 3900 players under the Chief Minister's Udyaman Khiladi Unnayan Yojana and 2155 players under the Chief Minister's Incentive Scheme. Sports Minister Rekha Arya said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, many provisions have been made in the new sports policy, keeping in mind the facilities of the players. Sports infrastructure has developed rapidly in the state. Uttarakhand got the opportunity to host the 38th National Games, in which the players of Uttarakhand had a commendable performance. (ANI)
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Dhami reaffirms push to make U'khand a ‘sports state' on Int'l Olympic Day
Dehradun: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami , while attending a state-level event to mark International Olympic Day at Parade Ground in Dehradun on Monday, felicitated state athletes who have won medals at national and international levels, and administered an oath to promote sportsmanship among players. Addressing the gathering, Dhami said that Uttarakhand, popularly known as Devbhoomi (land of gods), and Sainyabhoomi (land of soldiers), is now working towards earning the title of Khelbhoomi (land of sports), while noting that state athletes had bagged 103 medals in the 38th National Games held earlier this year. The CM said that work is underway to set up 23 sports academies across eight major towns, along with a dedicated sports university in Haldwani and a women's sports college in Lohaghat. Outlining the provisions of the state's sports policy, Dhami said, "Medal-winning athletes are being offered out-of-turn govt jobs, sports scholarships, and awards including the Uttarakhand Khel Ratna and Himalaya Khel Ratna. A 4% sports quota has also been implemented in govt services. " Highlighting that the Olympic Day is commemorated to uphold the values of sportsmanship, unity, and peace, he said, "The Olympics symbolise not just competition, but also dedication, discipline, and national pride." The CM also lauded India's achievement in the 2023 Asian Games, calling it the nation's best performance with 107 medals. He also noted that India sent its largest contingent during the 2024 Paris Olympics with 126 athletes qualifying for the event, reflecting the strength of the sports ecosystem in the country. Informing athletes about the Chief Minister's Emerging Athlete Promotion Scheme, Dhami said, "Incentives are being transferred via DBT to 3,900 athletes, and under the Chief Minister's Incentive Scheme, to 2,155 athletes." Sports minister Rekha Arya, who was also in attendance, noted that sports infrastructure has seen rapid growth in the state and that the new sports policy has incorporated several provisions keeping athletes' facilities in mind.
Hans India
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
15-year-old squash prodigy to represent India at World Championships
In a landmark moment for Indian squash, 15-year-old Anika Dubey from Pune has earned a spot on India's Under-19 Girls' team for the upcoming World Junior Squash Championships, set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, this July. The milestone makes her the youngest-ever player from Maharashtra to qualify in this age category, adding her name to the growing list of young Indian athletes making waves internationally. Currently ranked No. 2 in India in the U-19 girls' division, Anika secured her position following a stellar performance at the national selection trials earlier this year. Her achievement has been widely celebrated, especially in Maharashtra's sporting circles, where her rise is being hailed as a breakthrough for squash talent from smaller cities. 'This isn't just Anika's win—it's a moment of hope for every aspiring sportsperson in India's under-resourced towns,' said her coach and mentor Abhinav Sinha. 'She's shown how belief, grit, and love for the game can overcome limitations of geography and infrastructure.' Anika's journey has been one of persistence and passion. With limited training facilities in Pune, she has routinely commuted to Mumbai on weekends, training at the elite Khar Gymkhana. Her unwavering commitment to the sport, even while juggling school and travel, has earned admiration across the Indian squash community. Dubbed the 'Golden Girl of Pune', Anika is already a three-time National Champion and a key athlete in the Kanga Kids Program by Chance2Sports, which mentors India's most promising youth athletes. Her inclusion in the Indian squad for the World Juniors is not just a personal triumph, but a powerful symbol of what young athletes from non-metro cities can achieve with the right guidance and determination. Anika's most recent success came at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand, where she clinched gold as part of Team Maharashtra, alongside Anjali Semwal, Sunita Patel, and Akanksha Gupta. The victory further solidified her standing as one of India's most exciting young squash players. Coach Abhinav Sinha, who has worked closely with Anika since her early days, noted: 'What sets Anika apart is her ability to meet challenges head-on without losing the joy she finds in playing. Watching her grow from a curious beginner into a player ready to compete at a global level has been incredibly fulfilling. And the best part—she's only getting started.' As she gears up for the World Junior Squash Championships in July 2025, Anika remains humble yet confident. 'I'm grateful for everyone who believed in me. This is just the beginning,' she said after the team announcement.
