Sharda River Corridor in Uttrakhand | 11 Feb 2026

Why in News? 

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami laid the foundation stone for the Sharda River Corridor at Tanakpur in Champawat district. 

Key Points: 

• Location: The project is situated along the Sharda (Mahakali/Kali) River in Champawat district, near Tanakpur in Uttarakhand. 
  • The total proposed investment for the Sharda River Corridor is about ₹3,300 crore. 
• Sharda Ghat Redevelopment: The project includes redevelopment of Sharda Ghat to improve riverfront infrastructure and public amenities. 
  • It provides for Tanakpur drainage system development, construction of multi-storey parking, and a helipad at Chuka to enhance civic facilities and connectivity. 
• Tourism: Plans include river rafting on the Sharda River and development of paragliding facilities to promote adventure tourism. 
  • The corridor aims to strengthen pilgrimage tourism linked to the Purnagiri Temple and nearby sacred sites. 
  • The government intends to convert the three-month Purnagiri Mela into a year-round tourism attraction. 
• Objectives: The initiative seeks to promote tourism-led economic growth, create employment opportunities, and improve regional infrastructure. 
• Significance: The project represents an integrated river-corridor development model supporting regional development, tourism diversification, and local livelihoods in Uttarakhand.