CHAR DHAM PROJECT
'First puja at Kedarnath performed in name of PM Modi': CM Dhami
Kedarnath Dham opened with puja in PM Modi's name, Char Dham pilgrimage welcomed by CM Dhami. Gangotri and Yamunotri doors also opened. Char Dham Yatra holds spiritual importance, following clockwise pilgrimage direction.
Char Dham Yatra made easy through Char Dham Rail Project
The construction of major bridges in Uttarakhand has made the Char Dham Yatra safer and easier. These bridges connect important towns in the region, making the pilgrimage journey more convenient. The challenging projects were awarded to Rahee Infratech Ltd, who successfully constructed the bridges in the treacherous Garhwal Himalayan range. The fabrication of these world-class bridges was carried out in Rishikesh itself. These bridges not only facilitate pilgrim movements but also fuel traffic and freight movement, contributing to the growth of the Indian economy.
Char Dham project: Detailed geological study is needed before infra activity in Himalayas, says environmentalist Ravi Chopra
The Silkyara tunnel is part of the Union government’s ambitious Char Dham Mahamarg Pariyojana. It is a highway widening project for almost 900 km in Uttarakhand to provide all-weather connectivity to the Hindu pilgrimage sites of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath. In August 2019, the Supreme Court set up a high-powered committee to examine the “cumulative and independent” impact of the project “on the entire Himalayan valleys”.
Unsure when work will resume, Silkyara tunnel labourers in dilemma -- stay back or return home
The workers -- masons, foremen, machine operators and electricians -- are lodged in porta cabins set up around 200 meters from the tunnel in Silkyara. At least four to five workers stay in one cabin. "The expenses for food are provided by our company," an Assamese worker said. The officer and administrative employees live in the guest houses and homestays near the tunnel site, another worker said.
Silkyara tunnel project to continue after safety audit, repair of broken structure: Official
The Silkyara tunnel project in Uttarakhand, a part of the 900-km 'Char Dham Yatra All Weather Road,' will continue after a safety audit and repair of the collapsed structure, according to a senior road ministry official. The tunnel is a crucial element of the Rs 12,000-crore project aiming to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns in Uttarakhand.
After Uttarakhand tunnel rescue, Congress seeks thorough audit of all projects under implementation
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said while "we salute the rescued workers and applaud the entire rescue team", there should be a reflection on some larger questions thrown up by the tunnel collapse.
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Rescuing all workers safely topmost priority: PM Modi to Dhami on Uttarakhand tunnel collapse
Rescuers released the first video of workers trapped inside the collapsed part of the tunnel. The visuals were captured using an endoscopic flexi camera sent in through the alternative 6-inch pipeline. The camera was sent in after it came from Delhi late on Monday evening.
Tunnel collapse: Rescuers insert 6-inch-wide pipe through rubble to send more food to trapped workers
The new pipeline will allow food items like roti and sabji to be sent to the workers. Earlier, a four-inch tube was being used to supply food like dry fruit and medicines and oxygen into the section of the tunnel beyond the rubble.
Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: New equipment shows some results, raises hopes
The plan is to insert 800 mm- and 900 mm diameter pipes – one after the other -- with the help of the giant drill till an escape passage is created for the workers stranded beyond the collapsed portion of the under-construction tunnel.
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Ecological concerns need to be addressed for development in Himalayas, say experts
A portion of the tunnel between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway collapsed in the early hours of Sunday. Rescue operations are being carried out to evacuate 40 labourers trapped inside. Some experts are also unhappy with the methods being adopted for the construction of Char Dham all-weather highways, especially the widening of roads.
Nepal quake triggered Sikkim disaster? Scientists to find out
Scientists are investigating whether the recent earthquake in Nepal caused the south Lhonak lake to burst, leading to a flash flood in the Teesta river basin in Sikkim. The lake outburst also resulted in the breach of the Chungthang dam, the largest hydropower project in the state. Satellite images show that the lake's area reduced by over 100 hectares, suggesting that the earthquake triggered the floods.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to be complete by Dec end: Nitin Gadkari
"Work on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway project will be over by December end and from January 1 next year people will be travelling from Dehradun to Delhi in just two hours," Gadkari said during a visit to Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh on Sunday.
Joshimath panel points to 'water from unknown source' for cracks
The expert panel's field assessment report on Joshimath has pointed out that sediment-laden water, gushing out of an unknown underground source, might have caused arcuate-shaped erosion and cracks as deep as 1 meter in several areas.
Several parliamentary panels pointed to 'fragile nature of Himalayan ecology'
Both the Char Dham project and the hydel power projects, which are now being debated for their ecological impact in Joshimath, have been raised in the panel discussions. In several reports, parliamentary committees have advised caution and called for ensuring "minimal impact on the environment" when planning projects in the hill state.
Highways within 100 km of LoC, borders will not need green nod: Government
A high-powered committee that looked into the Char Dham project, in its final report submitted in July 2020 unanimously suggested that an environment impact assessment be conducted before road widening in the Bhagirathi eco-sensitive zone stretch was taken up.
Uttarakhand Elections 2022: Narendra Modi asks people not to commit any mistake in upcoming polls
Addressing a virtual rally in Nainital, Modi asked people to vote for a "double engine" government which will help this decade become that of Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhand 2021: 'Superspreader' triggers scare, natural disasters kill scores, CMs shown the door
Covid norms like wearing masks were blatantly violated and social distancing was nearly impossible as devotees choked the ghats. Infections surged after the 'shahi snan' days. Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped in, appealing to the "akhadas" to wind up the event.
Amid India-China border concerns, Supreme Court allows Char Dham project with a rider
A high-powered committee, charged by the SC in 2019 to oversee work on the project keeping all environmental concerns in mind, had earlier flagged many areas such as the need to dispose of muck and take mitigating measures to deal with issues such as mountain cutting and landslides.
Need wider Char Dham roads to counter China: Govt to SC
The bench is hearing a petition filed by NGO Citizens for Green Doon to oppose the project on environmental grounds. It is being represented in court by senior advocate Colin Gonsalves.
Kashi, Ayodhya, Char Dham projects key to religious tourism ecosystem: PM Modi
Highlighting the recent grand celebration of Deepotsava in Ayodhya and the ongoing construction of the Ram temple there, Modi said, "Ayodhya is getting its glory back."
From Uttarakhand to Dubai, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is on 'revenge travel' mode
The actress tried salads, Lebanese food and desserts during her trip.
No link between Uttarakhand floods, highway construction for Char Dham project: Government
As per scientific evidence available with the state government, this was is purely a natural event with no indication of human footprint directly attributable to its cause, he added.
Need chopper landing facilities at eco-sensitive zones for rescue operations: Parliamentary panel
"Taking cognisance of the glacier burst at Uttarakhand that occurred on February 7, 2021 which led to loss of precious lives, the Committee underlines the urgent need for providing for helicopter landing facilities at ecologically sensitive areas, in order to ensure effective disaster management operations," the 31-member panel chaired by TG Venkatesh said.
Global warming, climate change, Char Dham projects in focus
Prima facie, global warming and climate change appear to be the factors. The Nanda Devi biosphere reserve, where the glacier is located, hasn’t been assessed yet, except through remote sensors.
Uttarakhand glacier burst: Sixteen labourers rescued from tunnel
A part of the Nanda Devi glacier broke off at Joshimath on Sunday, leading to a massive flood in the Dhauli Ganga river and bringing back memories of the 2013 deluge in the hill state.
Prime Minister's Office to monitor 50 key projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore
"There has been regular monitoring of the progress of these projects since these are mega projects. Some of these projects also came up in the past two Pragati meetings chaired by the Prime Minister. Many of these projects have been delayed due to various reasons including non-availability of land and green clearances," said a source who did not wish to be named.
Uttarakhand's pragmatic industrial policies attracting huge investments: CM Trivendra Singh Rawat
"Much development has taken place in Uttarakhand in the last 20 years but there is much more that remains to be done. The present BJP government is committed to the state's all-round development and I can proudly say that Uttarakhand will always be among the fastest-growing states in the country," Rawat said.
View: Perpetually under-construction India must rethink building spree
Vast sums are being spent on expensive West-type infrastructure, without any visible improvement in people’s lives. The Rs 600 billion Golden Quadrilateral connects the four largest Indian cities with high-speed 6-lane highways. Rail expansion is also underway. Manufacturing hubs and industrial zones continue to be established in ecologically sensitive areas in Himachal and the Northeast.
Zojila Tunnel project awarded to Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering
The National Highways and Infrastructure development Corporation (NHIDCL) on Tuesday issued the letter of award to Megha Engineering to execute the Zojila Tunnel project in Jammu & Kashmir.
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