Multiple Projects in Tehri | 28 Dec 2023

Why in News?

Recently, the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of 160 projects worth Rs 415 crore in Tehri.

Key Points

  • During the event, the CM honored the members of women's self-help groups and highlighted the role played by women of Uttarakhand in the statehood movement and the development of the state.
    • To underline the steps being taken by the state government for women's empowerment, the CM mentioned 30% reservation for women in government jobs and emphasized on schemes such as Mukhya Mantri Maha Lakshmi Yojana, Mukhya Mantri Aanchal Amrit Yojana and Mukya Mantri Swarojgar Yojana.
  • He also administered an oath to students to make Uttarakhand drug-free by 2025.