Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Praises Union Budget 2026; Lauds PM Modi, Nirmala Sitharaman

Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has praised the Union Budget 2026-27. He said that the Budget 2026 will give a new direction to the development of the country and the states, and will increase opportunities for all sections of society. He said that the Union Budget 2026 emphasizes accelerating economic growth, fulfilling people's aspirations, and ensuring inclusive development for all.

How did Pushkar Singh Dhami describe Budget 2026?

CM Dhami congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the development-oriented and inclusive budget, saying that special attention has been given to farmers, women, the underprivileged, youth, small entrepreneurs, and backward classes.

The Chief Minister said that the budget includes significant provisions for employment, education, health, tourism, skill development, women's empowerment, industry, and infrastructure. These will prove beneficial for Uttarakhand as well as the entire country and will increase employment opportunities for local youth.

The budget includes a plan to develop eco-friendly mountain trails for Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. From Uttarakhand's perspective, the budget focuses on tourism and infrastructure, which are essential for development.

Does Budget 2026 promote ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’?

He said that the budget provisions made for farmers, animal husbandry, high-value agriculture, tourism, and MSMEs will strengthen the state's rural and mountainous economy. The Chief Minister said that the investments made in the budget in environment and energy security, digital technology, and the biopharma sector will ensure long-term benefits for both the state and the country.

Chief Minister Dhami said that this budget has been prepared keeping in mind the objectives of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" (Together with all, Development for all) and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" (Self-reliant India). He said that the Uttarakhand government will fully cooperate with the central government to effectively implement the schemes and provisions announced in the budget. This budget will not only enhance the economic strength of the country but will also provide equal opportunities for development to mountainous states like Uttarakhand.