Dehradun, November 26, 2024 Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami convened a meeting at the Secretariat, emphasizing the swift execution of the Saung Dam Drinking Water Project, which aims to address Dehradun’s growing water demands.
Key Directives by the Chief Minister
- Accelerated Displacement Procedures
- CM Dhami instructed officials to expedite the displacement process for families impacted by the project.
- Efforts must be made to secure land for resettlement with maximum consensus from the affected families.
- Basic Facilities for Resettled Families
- Families displaced due to the project will be provided with essential facilities at the new locations.
- Any additional infrastructure, such as community centers, temples, or roads, will be built in consultation with the affected communities.
- Focus on Jamrani Dam Project
- The Chief Minister also urged staff to speed up work on the Jamrani Dam Project to ensure its completion on schedule.
Significance of Saung Dam Project
- The project is expected to supply 150 MLD (million liters daily) of drinking water to Dehradun, benefiting nearly 1.1 million residents.
- It will also play a crucial role in improving groundwater levels in the region.
- Additionally, approximately 15,000 residents from 10 downstream villages will be safeguarded against floods, enhancing overall community safety.
Meeting Participants
Several significant officials attended the meeting, including:
- Chief Secretary: Smt. Radha Raturi
- Secretaries: Shri Shailesh Bagauli, Shri Vinay Shankar Pandey, Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar
- Principal Chief Conservator of Forests: Dr. Dhananjay Mohan
- Irrigation Department Chief Engineer: Shri Jaipal Singh
Conclusion
The Saung Dam Drinking Water Project is a critical initiative aimed at securing Dehradun’s water supply and flood protection for vulnerable downstream villages. Under CM Dhami’s leadership, the project is set to move forward rapidly, ensuring timely benefits for the residents while addressing environmental and social concerns.
Author: This news is edited by: Abhishek Verma, (Editor, CANON TIMES)
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