Uttarakhand Chief Minister Seeks Central Support for Cyber Security and Infrastructure Development
Meeting with Union Home Minister
In New Delhi, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding significant issues impacting the comprehensive development of Uttarakhand.
Request for Cyber Centre of Excellence
Amid rising cyber security threats, the Chief Minister urged the Union Home Minister to sanction ₹63.60 crore for the establishment of a 'Cyber Centre of Excellence' in Dehradun. This facility is expected to be crucial in combating digital crimes, offering specialized training, enhancing cyber forensics, and fostering advanced technological resources.
Addressing Power Infrastructure Damage
The Chief Minister informed the Union Home Minister about the destruction inflicted on the state's power infrastructure due to natural calamities. Given the unique geographical challenges faced by smaller Himalayan states, he requested that power generation, transmission, and distribution assets be included in the compensation framework of the NDRF/SDRF, which would bolster the state's disaster management capabilities.
Expansion of Sitarganj Central Jail
Additionally, the Chief Minister sought swift approval for a ₹150.16 crore proposal aimed at expanding the Sitarganj Central Jail.
Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit Success
Highlighting the success of the 'Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023', which was inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Chief Minister reported that investment MoUs exceeding ₹3.50 lakh crore were signed. He expressed pride in this achievement and proposed an 'Uttarakhand Investment Festival' in the Pantnagar-Rudrapur industrial area, inviting the Union Home Minister to be the Chief Guest.
Positive Response from Union Home Minister
Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded positively to all the proposals put forth by the Chief Minister. Dhami reiterated the Uttarakhand government's dedication to realizing the vision of a 'New India' under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, emphasizing that the ongoing support from the Central Government is invigorating the state's development efforts.