Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 8,260 crore during his visit to Dehradun, marking Uttarakhand’s 25th foundation day celebrations on 09 November, 2025.
At the Forest Research Institute (FRI), he will release a commemorative postal stamp and address a public gathering as the chief guest. The projects span vital sectors such as drinking water, irrigation, energy, urban development, technical education, sports, and skill development. Key inaugurations include the Dehradun water supply project under AMRUT, a new power substation in Pithoragarh, solar plants on government buildings, and an AstroTurf hockey field at Haldwani Stadium.
PM Modi will also lay foundation stones for the Song Dam and Jamrani Multipurpose Dam projects, aimed at improving water supply, irrigation, and power generation. Additional initiatives include a Women’s Sports College in Champawat, a modern dairy plant in Nainital, and new electric substations, reinforcing the government’s focus on infrastructure and inclusive growth in the hill state.