The land of Pauri Garhwal is blessed with splendid view of snow-bound peaks of Himalayas, scenic valleys & surroundings, meandering rivers, dense forests and hospitable people with a rich culture.
Diverse in topography, the district of Pauri Garhwal varies from the foothills of the 'Bhabar' areas of Kotdwara to the soul-lifting meadows of Dhudatoli, sprawling at an altitude of 3000 m., which remains snow-bound during the winter months.
Filled with places of tourist interest, most locations in Pauri Garhwal offer a breathtaking view of the snow laden Himalayan Splendour.
Pauri District is well connected with road. The Tehri- Moradbad State highway connects the major destinations of Pauri district like Kotdwar, Lansdowne, Pauri and Srinagar etc.
Accessibility conditions are very nice with Railhead at each entry points like Kotdwar, Rishikesh, Hardwar & Ramnagar.
Regular buses, taxi's, car rentals ply from these places to all parts of the districts and adjoining areas. Scheduled Roadways, GMOUL, KMOUL and other private buses ply from here. Nearest Airport is Jollygrant (Dehradun), which is around 155 km from the district, headquarter.
A newly constructed bridge at Devprayag over the confluence of river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi had cut short the accessibility of Pauri via Rishikesh by 24 km.
Pauri - Town
Pauri is situated in the northern slopes of beautiful Kandoliya Hill Ranges of middle Himalayas, at the height of 1650 meters above the sea level. Pauri became headquarter of the district Garhwal in 1840 A.D., and headquarter of the Garhwal Division in 1969 A.D.
A panoramic view of snow clad Himalayan peaks of Bander Pooch, Gangotri Group, Kedarnth, Chawkhamba, Neelkanth, Hathiparvat, Nandadevi and Trisul etc. can be seen from any point of the city.
Pauri city is well connected by roads to all the major places within & outside the district. The nearest railway terminus is at Kotdwar at a road distance of 108 km., and the nearest airport is Jollygrant, a place near to Deharadun at a distance of 155 km. via Rishikesh - Srinagar.
Area of the city is about 5 sq. km. Total populations as per 1991 census is 20,397 with 11,560 male population and 8,837 female population. The literacy percentage of the city is 84.59. Topography of the city is mountainous.
The climate of the city is pleasant in summer, very cold in winter and heavy rainfall in monsoon.
The main temples of the city are Kandoliya Devta, Laxmi Narayan, Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev and Hanuman mandir. Every year, a 'Bhandara' is organized in the premises of the Temple of the Kandoliya Devta and thousands of people from Pauri and near by villages participate in it.
The city is blessed with a number of picnic spots surrounded by 'Deodar' forests and filled with natural beauty viz. Ransi, Kandoliya, Nag Dev, Jhandi Dhar etc. The excursions from the city can be made to Khirsu, Adwani, Dewalgarh, Dhari Devi, Jwalpa Devi etc. Every year 'Sharadotsav' is celebrated in the city since 1974, in which different culture programmes and games are organized.
List of the peaks that can be sighted from Pauri is given below
Name Altitude
Banderpoonchh 6316 mts Hathi Parvat 6727 mts.
Bhagirathi I, II, III 6856, 6512, 6454 mts. Jonli 6632 mts.
Bharte Kunta 6578 mts. Kedardome 6831 mts.
Bhrigupanth 6772 mts Kedarnath 6940 mts.
Changbang 6864 mts. Kharch Kund 6612 mts.
Chaukhamba I, II, III 7138,7068 Kirti Stambh 6270 mts.
Gangotri I, II, III 6672,6590,6529 mts. Nanda Devi 7817 mts.
Gauri Parvat 6727 mts. Trishuli 7074 mts.
PLACES OF INTEREST
KHIRSU - The snow-covered mountains of Khirsu offer a panoramic view of the Central Himalayas and attract a large number of tourists. From here one can get a clear view of many named & unnamed peaks. Located 19 kms. Away from Pauri at an altitude of 1,700 mts., Khirsu is a peaceful spot, free from pollution. Only the chirping of birds breaks the tranquility of the adjoining thick Oak and Deodar forests and apple orchards. The ancient temple of Ghandiyal Devta in the vicinity is well worth a visit. Accommodation is available at the Tourist Rest House and Forest Rest House.
ADWANI - Connected by a well-maintained 17 kms long road from Pauri, Adwani is an ideal picnic spot, as it is surrounded by thick forest and devoid of the hustle & bustle of the town. There is a Forest Rest House where one can stay.
DOODHATOLI - Doodhatoli situated at an altitude of 3100 mts., is covered with dense mixed forest. Thalisain is the last bus terminus (100 kms from Pauri), from where Doodhatoli is at a distance of 24 kms by trek. One of the most picturesque places, it commands a panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges and the surrounding area. The indomitable freedom fighter of Garhwal, Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali, was enamoured by the place. As was his last wish, a memorial in his name has been erected here after his death. A humble but bold memorial in his name creates a 'never say die' atmosphere under the tall Oak trees.
TARA KUND - Situated at a height of 2,200 m, Tara Kund is a picturesque spot amidst lofty mountains in the Chariserh development area. A small lake and an ancient temple adorn the place. The Teej Festival is celebrated with great gaiety when the local people come here to worship and pay homage to God.
BHARAT NAGAR - 22 kms away from Kotdwar and at a height of 1,400 m, Bharat Nagar abounds in immense natural beauty. It is mentioned in the ancient Hindu texts that once this place was full of life giving herbs. From here one can have a beautiful view of the Balawali bridge of Ganga, Kalagarh dam and Kotdwar town.
KANVASHRAM - Situated on the bank of river Malini at a distance of 14 kms from Kotdwar, Kanva Rishi Ashram is an important place from the historical and archaelogical point of view. It is believed that Sage Vishwamitra meditated here. Indra, the king of Gods, was scared by his intense meditation, and sent a beautiful heavenly damsel named Menka to disturb him. Menka finally succeeded in diverting Vishwamitra's attention. After giving birth to a girl she went back to heaven. This girl later became Shakuntala who got married to the prince of Hastinapur and gave birth to Bharat, the prince after whom our country is called Bharat. Accommodation is available at Tourist Complex, Kanvashram.
KALAGARH - Situated at a distance of 48 kms from Kotdwar, Kalagarh is an ideal place for nature lovers. The dam across Ram Ganga River is also worth visiting. Accommodation is available at the Irrigation & Forest Rest houses.
DEVELGARH - Situated at a distance of 19 km. from the main town of Srinagar via Chamdhar, Devalgarh was established by the King of Kangra named Devel. The Laxmi Narayan temple, Gauri Devi Temple & Rajrajeshwari temple are the main attractions here. Inscription on the stones of the temples make them important from the archaeological point of view. The 'Sthanaka' (standing) Vishnu sculpture is noticed in Laxmi-Narayan Temple. On the basis of stylistic features and decorative details, the images from Develgarh can be placed in the 9th-10th century A.D.
KESHORI MATH - This temple is of great significance for its architectural beauty. The temple has been made of huge stones and the inscription on the stone of the main door reveals that around 1682 A.D., a person by the name of 'Keshorai' got this temple constructed.
SHANKAR MATH - This temple is at a distance of 3 km. from the main town of Srinagar and is believed to have been constructed by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. The temple has a unique architectural beauty. The 'Garbhagriha' (Sanctum) of the temple has the stone images of God Vishnu & Godess Laxmi. It is associated with 17th century on the basis of its stylistic features.
BINSAR MAHADEV - Binsar Mahadev temple is situated at an altitude of 2480 mtrs. It is at a distance of 22 km. from Thalisain. The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is of archaeological significance. The 'Garbhagriha' (Sanctum) of the temple is beautifully adorned by the idols of Ganesh, Har Gauri and Maheshmardini. The image of Maheshmardini is engraved with inscriptions in 'Nagri lipi', which indicates its association with 9th century.
KANDA - The Kanda temples are situated at a height of 1 km. from Delchauri village, which at a distance of 44 km. from district headquarter Pauri, on the route of Srinagar-Delchauri road. This is a pleasant place. Images of Laxmi-Narayan (12th century), Uma-Mahesh (11th-12thcentury) , Surya (10th- 11tt century) and Vishnu (12th - 13th century) are seated in the 'Garbhagriha' (Sanctum) of 'Bhagwati' temple. Besides these, there are a number of stone images of different Gods, which are very significant from archeological point of view.
DEVEL - At a distance of 14 km. from district Pauri, there is Deval group of temples, also named as 'Vashnav Temples' situated in Sitansu Patti of Pauri tehsil. This group consists of twelve temples, which can be divided in two groups according to time period. The first group belongs to 18th - 19th century which contains 'Lakshman & Shiv' temples. The rest of the temples belong to 11th to 15th century, older than the first group.
LALDHANG - This place is situated in the Kotdwar tehsil of district Pauri at the distance of 27 km. from Kotdwar in the route of Kotdwar-Haridwar road. There is a Shiv Temple in main market. In the 'Garbhagriha' (Sanctum) of this Shiv temple, a marvelous image of 'Panchyatan Shivlig', which was brought from Panduwala, is consecrated. The images of Bramha, Vishnu, Surya and Uma-Mahesh are engraved around this 'Panchyatan Shivlig'. This image belongs to the 9th century. The Panduwala , at a distance of two km. from Laldhang, is a famous archaeological place for the proof of ruins of temples & ponds and remains of earthenware of pre and post medieval period.
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150 employees in Uttarakhand have been asked to go on leave
Around 150 employees in Uttarakhand have been asked to go on leave without pay by Reliance Retail due to the delay in the opening of the stores in the state, report agency sources.
The protest from local traders and farmers is believed to be causing the delay in the opening of the stores. In the state of Uttar Pradesh, a directive from the government made the company close all its Reliance Fresh stores, which sold farm produce. This resulted in the company sacking around 1,000 employees and terminating lease agreements of commercial properties, earlier this year.
The company is likely to mull over the issue of whether to open the stores at all, by the end of January.
The protest from local traders and farmers is believed to be causing the delay in the opening of the stores. In the state of Uttar Pradesh, a directive from the government made the company close all its Reliance Fresh stores, which sold farm produce. This resulted in the company sacking around 1,000 employees and terminating lease agreements of commercial properties, earlier this year.
The company is likely to mull over the issue of whether to open the stores at all, by the end of January.
Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve (Uttarakhand),
Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve (Uttarakhand), Jan 2: Forest officials have started a special vigil in the Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve to protect animals from being poached during the festival season at Uttarakhand.
A red alert has been sounded as poachers tend to take advantage due to heightened tourist activity.
"On New Year, lots of people come here and it becomes imperative to keep a strict watch over suspicious characters as well who might enter the park in the guise of tourists. Security is hence beefed up in the park," said Parag Madhukar, Deputy Director, Corbett Tiger Reserve.
The forest official are leaving no stone unturned and they have increased vigilance and patrolling in the area. They are checking every vehicle that passes through the forest area and patrolling is going on round the clock.
"The three-four days before and after the new year are taken as high alert days. We maintain a strict vigil on the sensitive spots in the park. We are getting a lot of cooperation from the villagers and with their help we will take care to prevent any untoward incident," said Parag.
Wildlife experts say an estimated 1,500 tigers have been poached in India in the past decade. In the last year alone, there have been around 100 cases of tiger poaching.
A century ago, there were some 40,000 tigers in India. Now, officials estimate put the number of tigers at 3,700, but some environment groups put the number at less than 2,000.
There was uproar in India after reports in March 2005 that the entire tiger population in the Sariska forest sanctuary had been wiped out by poachers, with fears that the situation might be mirrored in other reserves across the country.
Trade in tiger skin and products are illegal but poachers still operate with impunity because a single animal can fetch up to 50,000 dollar in the international market.
Organs, teeth, bones and penises fetch high prices in China and south East Asian nations, where they are used in ancient medicines.
(ANI)
A red alert has been sounded as poachers tend to take advantage due to heightened tourist activity.
"On New Year, lots of people come here and it becomes imperative to keep a strict watch over suspicious characters as well who might enter the park in the guise of tourists. Security is hence beefed up in the park," said Parag Madhukar, Deputy Director, Corbett Tiger Reserve.
The forest official are leaving no stone unturned and they have increased vigilance and patrolling in the area. They are checking every vehicle that passes through the forest area and patrolling is going on round the clock.
"The three-four days before and after the new year are taken as high alert days. We maintain a strict vigil on the sensitive spots in the park. We are getting a lot of cooperation from the villagers and with their help we will take care to prevent any untoward incident," said Parag.
Wildlife experts say an estimated 1,500 tigers have been poached in India in the past decade. In the last year alone, there have been around 100 cases of tiger poaching.
A century ago, there were some 40,000 tigers in India. Now, officials estimate put the number of tigers at 3,700, but some environment groups put the number at less than 2,000.
There was uproar in India after reports in March 2005 that the entire tiger population in the Sariska forest sanctuary had been wiped out by poachers, with fears that the situation might be mirrored in other reserves across the country.
Trade in tiger skin and products are illegal but poachers still operate with impunity because a single animal can fetch up to 50,000 dollar in the international market.
Organs, teeth, bones and penises fetch high prices in China and south East Asian nations, where they are used in ancient medicines.
(ANI)
South Africa (SSA), is set to start its new facility in Uttarakhand
Sahara Computers and Electronics Ltd (SCEL), an associate of Sahara Computers Ltd, South Africa (SSA), is set to start its new facility in Uttarakhand by next year. The company also has big plans for Uttar Pradesh.
The new plant, spread across 300,000 square metres, will be located in Roorkee. “The new facility is expected to have a capacity about 3,000 units a day. This will help us to cater the increasing demand of our products in the country,” said George Van Der Merwe, chief operating officer, SCEL.
The company has a manufacturing unit of in Noida.
“Viewing the trend of computer and IT companies moving towards south, we at SCEL have made north our focus area,” he added.
Elaborating on it further, Merwe said the public in the north are becoming more and more computer literate. “In addition, the improved number of education institutions present here directly implies to an increased supply chain for computers.”
Of late, the company has inclined its focus towards smaller cities of the country. It lays emphasis on building a strong dealer network. Wide range demonstrations, physical usage of PCs and distributing sales kit is the vehicle that the company undertakes to make a way into smaller cities.
“The computers today are no longer treated as those being a niche product; instead they have now acquired a status of being one like a FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) product. It’s a product used by many at present and will be used by all in coming years,” he said, adding that their major focus now was on the laptop segment as it was the product of tomorrow.
“In fact few years down the line it will be a notebook market all together.”
Sahara Computers entered India about one-and-a-half year back and it has managed to acquire 4.8 per cent share in the personal computer (PC) market. According to the latest IDC report, SCEL has acquired the second position in local brands segment.
The new plant, spread across 300,000 square metres, will be located in Roorkee. “The new facility is expected to have a capacity about 3,000 units a day. This will help us to cater the increasing demand of our products in the country,” said George Van Der Merwe, chief operating officer, SCEL.
The company has a manufacturing unit of in Noida.
“Viewing the trend of computer and IT companies moving towards south, we at SCEL have made north our focus area,” he added.
Elaborating on it further, Merwe said the public in the north are becoming more and more computer literate. “In addition, the improved number of education institutions present here directly implies to an increased supply chain for computers.”
Of late, the company has inclined its focus towards smaller cities of the country. It lays emphasis on building a strong dealer network. Wide range demonstrations, physical usage of PCs and distributing sales kit is the vehicle that the company undertakes to make a way into smaller cities.
“The computers today are no longer treated as those being a niche product; instead they have now acquired a status of being one like a FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) product. It’s a product used by many at present and will be used by all in coming years,” he said, adding that their major focus now was on the laptop segment as it was the product of tomorrow.
“In fact few years down the line it will be a notebook market all together.”
Sahara Computers entered India about one-and-a-half year back and it has managed to acquire 4.8 per cent share in the personal computer (PC) market. According to the latest IDC report, SCEL has acquired the second position in local brands segment.
Uttarakhand needs 15.5 million units of power daily
| Amid claims that small hydel projects will be the main focus of the new revised power policy, the Uttarakhand government is working to finalise the process of bidding from the private and government sectors for the construction of 30-40 big hydel projects, which can attract investments of Rs 30,000-40,000 crore to the state. |
| “We are finalising the bid proposals for 30-40 big hydel projects,” a top government official said. But the official made it clear that all these projects would be “subject to verification.” |
| The projects include 485-Mw Tapovan Chunar and 225-Mw Khal Tavaghat in Pithoragarh district. |
| Besides this, 190-Mw Neelong on the river Jat Ganga in Uttarkashi district can also go for bidding. |
| The total capacity of these projects would be 5,000-6000 Mw and the bidding process is expected to start early next year, the officials said. |
| The bidding of the new projects comes close on the heels of the revision of the power policy, which is also expected to be released in two to three months. |
| In the new allotments, the bidding process will be to ensure that the government gets the maximum premium. |
| Under the new policy, the government is claiming that it would focus on small hydel projects and try to safeguard the interests of local people by offering them some stakes or full shares in the new ventures. To start with, at least 5 per cent equity in the project is being proposed in small projects. In some ventures, the government can offer know-how to the village communities who can themselves build dams by raising equity through loans. |
| As scores of industries have set up new units in the state to get tax benefits, the government would also encourage them to go for captive power generation. |
| Currently, Uttarakhand needs 15.5 million units of power daily whereas the power production in the state stands only at 5 million units. |
| To meet the gap, Uttarakhand is taking 6.5 million units of power from the central pool. Besides, 2 million units are being overdrawn. Apart from this, the state is also taking back one million unit which it had banked in Punjab and Haryana. But in spite of all this, there is still a deficiency of 2-3 million units of power, officials said. |
| Uttarakhand has identified 20,000 Mw of hydel power. Nearly 400 projects in this regard have already been proposed. |
| Till now, Uttarakhand is generating only 2,819 Mw of power. At present, different projects with the capacity of generating 11,480 Mw of power are at various stages of construction. |
Uttarakhand has decided to conduct research on the medicinal properties of cow urine
Interested in a purely natural therapy to get rid of those extra pounds around your belly or a remedy for irregular bowel movements, skin aliments and even cancer? Why not try gaumutra (cow urine) for a change. After having introduced a comprehensive law to protect the cow and her progeny from being slaughtered, the BJP Government of Uttarakhand has decided to conduct research on the medicinal properties of cow urine and market its products. Based on the similar immensely successful operation in Gujarat, the ambitious plan involves collection of cow urine with the help of co-operatives and market it among those interested in trying the have it for medicines purposes.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri B.C. Khanduri laid the foundation stone of the research center in Rishikesh on December 18. The project is the brain-child of state Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat. The government has allocated a sum of Rs. 20 crore for the project and, if need be, the amount would be hiked based on the requirements.
Claiming that protection of cows benefited the humanity by combating environmental pollution, controlling disease and providing a ready source of income to people, Shri Khanduri said the research centre would focus on the medicinal qualities inherent in cow dung and urine.
“Studies conducted by the Bareilly-based Indian Veterinary Research Institute shows that urine procured from the auburn coloured cows has properties to fight cancer,” said Agriculture Minister Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat. Based on such findings, the state government has named this species of cows as Badri Gai and is planning to conduct a survey of all auburn-coloured bovines in every district with the intention of bottling their urine and selling it. According to the Minister, several leading companies dealing with Ayurvedic medicines are procuring cow urine at Rs. 4 per liter from the state at present. Yoga guru Swami Ramdev is also understood to have expressed willingness to buy the raw product at Rs. 6 per liter for his Divya Yog Pharmacy in Haridwar. The center is spread over 30 acres in Chamoli district, which would conduct research and development into medicinal aspects of cow urine. According to a survey carried out in 2003, Uttarakhand has over 11 lakh local cows and nearly 1.77 lakh cross-bred cows. As per estimates, one cow discharges nearly 4-5 liters of urine everyday.
Acharya Balakrishna of the Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar, praised the government for prohibiting cow slaughter in the state. He urged the government to make all products made from the cow urine tax-free, which the Chief Minister accepted immediately. Praising the efforts undertaken by the state government, MLA Shri Premchand Aggarwal claimed that the research undertaken by the centre would help cure incurable diseases and at the same time help the agricultural sector. Dr R.S. Chauhan, deputy director of Indian Institute of Vaternary Research, Bareilly, gave detailed information about the research conducted on Panchgavya and cow urine at the institute. He said the cow urine and dung has the unique quality to cure some very critical diseases. Present on the occasion were Shri Gaurishankar Mahto of Geetabhavan, Smt. Susheela Balooni, chairperson of Uttarakhand Andolankari Samman Parishad, Shri Maheshwar Bahuguna, president of Teachers Cell of BJP, city president Shri Godwani, block president K.S. Rana, additional secretary of animal husbandry Shri P.S. Jangpangi, additional director, animal husbandry Shri R.P. Bahuguna and others.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri B.C. Khanduri laid the foundation stone of the research center in Rishikesh on December 18. The project is the brain-child of state Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat. The government has allocated a sum of Rs. 20 crore for the project and, if need be, the amount would be hiked based on the requirements.
Claiming that protection of cows benefited the humanity by combating environmental pollution, controlling disease and providing a ready source of income to people, Shri Khanduri said the research centre would focus on the medicinal qualities inherent in cow dung and urine.
“Studies conducted by the Bareilly-based Indian Veterinary Research Institute shows that urine procured from the auburn coloured cows has properties to fight cancer,” said Agriculture Minister Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat. Based on such findings, the state government has named this species of cows as Badri Gai and is planning to conduct a survey of all auburn-coloured bovines in every district with the intention of bottling their urine and selling it. According to the Minister, several leading companies dealing with Ayurvedic medicines are procuring cow urine at Rs. 4 per liter from the state at present. Yoga guru Swami Ramdev is also understood to have expressed willingness to buy the raw product at Rs. 6 per liter for his Divya Yog Pharmacy in Haridwar. The center is spread over 30 acres in Chamoli district, which would conduct research and development into medicinal aspects of cow urine. According to a survey carried out in 2003, Uttarakhand has over 11 lakh local cows and nearly 1.77 lakh cross-bred cows. As per estimates, one cow discharges nearly 4-5 liters of urine everyday.
Acharya Balakrishna of the Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar, praised the government for prohibiting cow slaughter in the state. He urged the government to make all products made from the cow urine tax-free, which the Chief Minister accepted immediately. Praising the efforts undertaken by the state government, MLA Shri Premchand Aggarwal claimed that the research undertaken by the centre would help cure incurable diseases and at the same time help the agricultural sector. Dr R.S. Chauhan, deputy director of Indian Institute of Vaternary Research, Bareilly, gave detailed information about the research conducted on Panchgavya and cow urine at the institute. He said the cow urine and dung has the unique quality to cure some very critical diseases. Present on the occasion were Shri Gaurishankar Mahto of Geetabhavan, Smt. Susheela Balooni, chairperson of Uttarakhand Andolankari Samman Parishad, Shri Maheshwar Bahuguna, president of Teachers Cell of BJP, city president Shri Godwani, block president K.S. Rana, additional secretary of animal husbandry Shri P.S. Jangpangi, additional director, animal husbandry Shri R.P. Bahuguna and others.
Uttarakhand for executing the project before seeking its approval
CEA declined to appraise the detailed project report (DPR) submitted for the 420-MW project, saying the agreement signed by Uttarakhand government and proposed developer National Hydroelectric Power Corp (NHPC) for implementing the project has expired, a senior CEA official said.
The agreement signed by NHPC with the Uttarakhand government for the project expired Oct 31 last year, the official added.
'In view of above, it may be appreciated that revival of DPR by CEA for examination for concurrence is not feasible till implementation agreement is signed by NHPC with government of Uttarakhand,' CEA has told NHPC.
CEA has advised NHPC to sign a fresh agreement with Uttarakhand for executing the project before seeking its approval, the official told IANS.
NHPC expects to complete the project in 54 months after securing approval and clearances.
The proposed hydroelectric plant is expected to generate 1,050 million units of electricity a year.
Tariff for the power generated at the project is expected to be Rs.3.77 per unit of electricity at the currently estimated completion cost of Rs.43 billion.
The agreement signed by NHPC with the Uttarakhand government for the project expired Oct 31 last year, the official added.
'In view of above, it may be appreciated that revival of DPR by CEA for examination for concurrence is not feasible till implementation agreement is signed by NHPC with government of Uttarakhand,' CEA has told NHPC.
CEA has advised NHPC to sign a fresh agreement with Uttarakhand for executing the project before seeking its approval, the official told IANS.
NHPC expects to complete the project in 54 months after securing approval and clearances.
The proposed hydroelectric plant is expected to generate 1,050 million units of electricity a year.
Tariff for the power generated at the project is expected to be Rs.3.77 per unit of electricity at the currently estimated completion cost of Rs.43 billion.
Alps Industries Ltd has set up a wholly owned subsidiary in Uttarakhand
Alps Industries Ltd has set up a wholly owned subsidiary company named Alps Energy Private Ltd to make investments in various energy projects.
This will be the vehicle for the company’s investments in the energy sector. The company is currently negotiating with several parties for acquisition of allotted hydel power projects in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. In addition, it is also making direct bids for projects yet to be allotted.
Delta plans a $3-million expansion in Uttarakhand to meet domestic demand.
As a trade-off for higher returns, Thai companies may have to change the way they manage their human resources in India.
For example, companies must adapt to India's caste system, which poses unique challenges to foreign companies, say executives of Thailand's largest auto parts group, Thai Summit Group.
Thai Summit has made offshore investments in four countries: Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia and now India. It also aims to invest in China in the next five years. "Despite the cross-cultural and business practices, India and China cannot be overlooked (by Thai Summit) if we want to be a leading international auto parts supplier," said Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, the company's executive vice-president.
India has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing economies due to a large labour force and rich natural resources.
Based on World Bank statistics in 2006, India's 1.11 billion people could generate $911.8 billion in GDP, with anticipated double-digit growth annually through to 2010.
Thai Summit Group expects overseas revenues of 5.9 billion baht in 2008, an increase of 43% from 2007.
The added revenue generated by offshore plants would expand to 10 billion baht in 2011. By that time, Thai Summit would have more than 3,000 employees in overseas operations.
Focusing on its investment in India, Thai Summit has five manufacturing plants in Gurgaon (near New Delhi), Faridabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Pune and Himachal Pradesh.
The company has become a major supplier for some Indian's largest motorcycle and three-wheeled vehicle producers including Honda, Suzuki, the Bajaj and TVS groups.
Mr Thanathorn said management in its Gurgaon plant in northern India posed challenges due to the caste system and high turnover. For example, workers often leave their stations unclean, expecting lower-caste workers to clean them.
"We opt to outsource many a lot of work to others," said Mr Thanathorn.
Delta Electronics (Thailand) Plc, a SET-listed electronics components maker, is another investor in India, having recently established a power-supply assembly plant near New Delhi.
It generated nearly US$70 million in 2006 from its two other plants in Uttarakhand (formerly known as Uttaranchal) and Tamil Nadu.
However, the company faced serious labour problems in its first years, said executive director Anusorn Muttaraid.
"There was once a strike after we appointed a low-caste person to join management," he said.
Delta plans a $3-million expansion in Uttarakhand to meet domestic demand. A new plant in southern India near Chennai will be an export base.
For example, companies must adapt to India's caste system, which poses unique challenges to foreign companies, say executives of Thailand's largest auto parts group, Thai Summit Group.
Thai Summit has made offshore investments in four countries: Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia and now India. It also aims to invest in China in the next five years. "Despite the cross-cultural and business practices, India and China cannot be overlooked (by Thai Summit) if we want to be a leading international auto parts supplier," said Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, the company's executive vice-president.
India has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing economies due to a large labour force and rich natural resources.
Based on World Bank statistics in 2006, India's 1.11 billion people could generate $911.8 billion in GDP, with anticipated double-digit growth annually through to 2010.
Thai Summit Group expects overseas revenues of 5.9 billion baht in 2008, an increase of 43% from 2007.
The added revenue generated by offshore plants would expand to 10 billion baht in 2011. By that time, Thai Summit would have more than 3,000 employees in overseas operations.
Focusing on its investment in India, Thai Summit has five manufacturing plants in Gurgaon (near New Delhi), Faridabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Pune and Himachal Pradesh.
The company has become a major supplier for some Indian's largest motorcycle and three-wheeled vehicle producers including Honda, Suzuki, the Bajaj and TVS groups.
Mr Thanathorn said management in its Gurgaon plant in northern India posed challenges due to the caste system and high turnover. For example, workers often leave their stations unclean, expecting lower-caste workers to clean them.
"We opt to outsource many a lot of work to others," said Mr Thanathorn.
Delta Electronics (Thailand) Plc, a SET-listed electronics components maker, is another investor in India, having recently established a power-supply assembly plant near New Delhi.
It generated nearly US$70 million in 2006 from its two other plants in Uttarakhand (formerly known as Uttaranchal) and Tamil Nadu.
However, the company faced serious labour problems in its first years, said executive director Anusorn Muttaraid.
"There was once a strike after we appointed a low-caste person to join management," he said.
Delta plans a $3-million expansion in Uttarakhand to meet domestic demand. A new plant in southern India near Chennai will be an export base.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri has warned industrialists
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri has warned that land allotted to various industries will be taken back if the entrepreneur does not establish the unit within the stipulated time.
“Uttarakhand is striving for development and only those genuinely interested in the State’s welfare are welcome,” he said.
Instances of people getting land allotted and not establishing their units and attempts by certain parties to use the premises as a mere assembling area have come to light and the Government would take strong steps to stop this practice, he warned.
Jobs for localsThe industries would also have to ensure a 70 per cent reservation in jobs to locals so that the community also benefits, he added.
Advocating the need for a balanced industrial growth all over the State, the Chief Minister urged government officials, local youth and investors to jointly come up with proposals that could catapult the village economies. The youth must get trained in value addition of farm produce and marketing skills and the trade confederations and social activists should come up with special programmes to impart the necessary skills, Mr. Khanduri said.
Buddha as a Leader
The Buddha has often been described as one of the greatest leaders of all time. But just what characterizes a good leader? What are the duties and qualities of good leadership? And what can we learn from the Buddha as a leader that we can apply to our chaotic world?
The Leader as Visionary
Like the captain of a ship, a leader must have a definite goal; only then can he chart his course and steer his ship in the right direction. Having given up his royal rights, wealth and family, Prince Siddhartha had one goal - to find the cause of suffering and a way out of suffering. Despite much hardship and setback, he never veered from his course but persevered till he gained Enlightenment.
But the Buddha did not stop there. He made it his mission to lead all sentient beings out of the samsaric cycle of suffering. It is this vision which defined his forty-five years of teaching and shaped his role as leader of an order(sangha) and a following that is still growing strong today.
Guided by this vision, the Buddha's mission was an all-embracing one. It is a mission founded on compassion and love for all sentient beings, regardless of race, creed or status quo. Addressing his first group of disciples, the Buddha instructed them to go forth and spread the teachings for the good and happiness of the many. In this respect, the Buddha was revolutionary, displaying extreme courage in his advocacy for the emancipation of the persons belonging to all the four castes, in his dismissal of the Brahmin as the supreme authority and in his admission of women to the sangha.
The Leader as Role Model
A leader must be an exemplary figure, someone we can respect and emulate. The Buddha, having purified himself through many lifetimes, embodied all the Perfections (paramita). He was extraordinary, virtuous and righteous in every thought, word and deed. He says as he does and does as he says. Such integrity and consistency won him the trust of his followers.
As a leader, the Buddha led by example. His simple and humble lifestyle is a reflection of his teachings. In his daily routine, the Buddha wasted no time on idleness and frivolity. For forty-five years, he devoted his time and effort for the good of others, starting his day before dawn and working till midnight.
Compare this with many world leaders who live in the laps of luxury while half of the world's population suffer from poverty and hunger, and we can understand why many people lament the lack of good leaders in our times. In his advice to the rulers of his time, the Buddha emphasized the importance of leadership according to the Dharma.
A ruler must first establish himself in piety and righteousness, and avoid all the vices. Sovereignty and the rule of power are subjected to the rule of righteousness, not the rule of force. Here is the ideal model of a value-based leadership. The Buddha highlighted ten principles which a ruler ought to be possess:
1. Dana - alms-giving
2. Sila - morality
3. Parricaga - unselfishness
4. Ajjava - integrity
5. Maddava - gentleness
6. Tapo - self-restraint
7. Akkhoda - non-anger
8. Avihimsa - non-violence
9. Khanti - patience
10. Avirodhana - agreeability
The Leader as Mediator
As a leader, the Buddha demonstrated both skills in mediation and impartiality in judgment. In the Ummagga Jataka, as Prince Mahausadha, the Bodhisattva (the Buddha in a previous birth) showed his ability to resolve problems and arguments. As advisor to the King, he displayed wit and intelligence in the protection of his people.
The Buddha displayed his skills at resolving conflicts between opposing parties on several occasions. Once a dispute broke out between the Sakyans, to which the Buddha belonged, and the Koliyas, to which his mother, Queen Maya, belonged. Unable to arrive at an agreement over the distribution of the waters of the river Rohini, the two parties were on the verge of war. The Buddha settled the dispute by asking:"What do you consider as more valuable - water or human lives?"
The Leader as Manager
The Buddha was a great human resource manager. With an acute knowledge of human beings, he knew the strengths and weaknesses of those around him. Based on their dominant traits, the Buddha categorised people into six groups:
1. those lustful and passionate
2. those with hatred and anger
3. those with delusion
4. those with faith and confidence
5. those with wisdom and intelligence
6. those with hesitation and doubt
He delegated duties to his followers in accordance with their abilities and temperament. In addition, he showed his appreciation by conferring upon them due respect and recognition. Trainers of managerial leadership could learn much from the Buddha in this respect to develop an effective workforce.
The Leader as Protector
The Jataka stories, which tell of the previous births of the Buddha, abound with numerous examples of the Bodhisattva' s courage and self-sacrificial spirit to safeguard the interests of his group. In the Mahakapi Jataka, the Bodhisattva in a previous birth was the leader of a troop of monkeys living in the Himalayas.
One day, the king of the state saw that the forest was abundant with mango trees, set his men upon the monkeys. To flee from the king's men, the Bodhisattva used some bamboo vines to build a bridge so that the monkeys could cross over to the other river bank. Unfortunately the bamboo vines were too short.
To bridge the gap, the Bodhisattva stretched himself out, clinging on to one side with his hands and the other with his tail so that the monkeys could cross over on his back. Among the monkeys was Devadatta, his arch-enemy. Seeing his opponent in a disadvantaged position, he stamped hard on his back as he made his way across.
The Bodhisattva was in immense pain but remained clinging on to the bamboo vines till the last monkey was safely across. The king, upon witnessing such a courageous and selfless act by such a monkey, ordered his men to bring himdown from the trees and tried to save him. Asked why he endangered his life to save his subjects the Bodhisattva replied:"O King! Verily my body is broken. But my mind is still sound; I uplifted only those over whom I exercised my royal powers for so long.?
After the Bodhisattva' s death, the king in honour his self-sacrificing spirit, erected a shrine and ordered that daily offerings be made.
Another aspect in which the Buddha exercised his role as a protector is in teachings of the Buddha was open to all, in the Buddha's four-fold party of monks, nuns, lay men and lay women followers, admission was not so liberal.
While this may invite criticisms that the Buddha was prejudicial, it is necessary not for his personal interests but to protect the Buddhist community from corruptive and evil forces and to ensure its long-term survival. The Buddha also set out criteria and rules and regulations, especially the vinaya code, to protect the well-being and order of his community.
The Leader Shows the Way
During his 45 years of missionary work, many followers became enlightened after listening to his teachings. 2500 years later, the Buddha continues to inspire millions of people around the world to follow his path. This, above all else, is the most important role of the Buddha as a leader - one who is able to inspire others to bring out the best in themselves, to develop their full potential and gain the ultimate goal of Nirvana.
Author - Ven. Sobhita Thero–advisor of Bodhiraja Buddhist Society
Source : http://www.4ui. com/eart/ 167eart1. htm
Warm regards & thanks..
Ajay Singh Niranjan
scenario today and we need to forget
Why r we making this topic such an issue. This pratha was
made by our ancestors. There might be some reason for this kind of
culture. I've heard that such division of society was done on the
basis of the work and culture followed by various people. Might be at
that time some reason may have been there. But, nowadays, nowbody is
taking this topic so seriously and infact the low caste people are
enjoying more benefits that the upper caste. The govt. is helping
them by giving free education and jobs. Many NGOs are helping the
underpriviledged. In fact Govt. is giving upto 50% of the vacancies
in Govt. jobs and admissions in premier institutes to the low caste
and economically weak public.
In the Indian constitution, Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar had
mentioned that such reservation should be valid until the next 20-30
years after the independence. But, the politicians are using the same
rule even after 50 yrs. of independence. Moreover, in reality people
are misusing this benefit and people with low merits are getting into
specialised jobs and institutes. In this way the Govt. is in fact
creating a division of the society again even in today's modern
world. In my opinion, when we talk about equality, then there
shouldnt be any such reservation or castism either. Friends, dont
take my words wrongly and I'm sorry if I'm hurting somebody's
feelings. But this is the real scenario today and we need to forget
such differences.
made by our ancestors. There might be some reason for this kind of
culture. I've heard that such division of society was done on the
basis of the work and culture followed by various people. Might be at
that time some reason may have been there. But, nowadays, nowbody is
taking this topic so seriously and infact the low caste people are
enjoying more benefits that the upper caste. The govt. is helping
them by giving free education and jobs. Many NGOs are helping the
underpriviledged. In fact Govt. is giving upto 50% of the vacancies
in Govt. jobs and admissions in premier institutes to the low caste
and economically weak public.
In the Indian constitution, Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar had
mentioned that such reservation should be valid until the next 20-30
years after the independence. But, the politicians are using the same
rule even after 50 yrs. of independence. Moreover, in reality people
are misusing this benefit and people with low merits are getting into
specialised jobs and institutes. In this way the Govt. is in fact
creating a division of the society again even in today's modern
world. In my opinion, when we talk about equality, then there
shouldnt be any such reservation or castism either. Friends, dont
take my words wrongly and I'm sorry if I'm hurting somebody's
feelings. But this is the real scenario today and we need to forget
such differences.
The Soil tells its Story' with photograph of Subedar Major (Honrary Captain) Balwant Singh saluting and paying homage to urns of earh from Rezangla.
Please refer to India Today dated Oct 29,2007.
Page 12 under caption offtrack carries full page write up 'The Soil tells its Story' with photograph of Subedar Major (Honrary Captain) Balwant Singh saluting and paying homage to urns of earh from Rezangla.
Its great honour for The 13 th Battaalion The KUMAON Regiment and The martyrs of the Rezangla.The KUMAON Regiment,all KUMAONIS and Ahirs would feel proud to read the write up.
I feel very proud that I was commissioned in this GREAT PALTAN and had attended the function flagging off the yatra by General Deepak Kapoor,a few days before he took over as the Chief of the Army Staff.
Please also refer to my article "Attarah November Basath Ko..Rewari Motorade Par..Kaddi.. Choorma and Veer Ahir Choras of The KUMAON Regiment" sent to you all earler and published in various websites and The KUMAONI on the saga of the Ahirs of The KUMAON Regiment.
Col N N Bhatia (Nini)
A-27, Sector 30, Noida (UP)-201303
9818044762
Page 12 under caption offtrack carries full page write up 'The Soil tells its Story' with photograph of Subedar Major (Honrary Captain) Balwant Singh saluting and paying homage to urns of earh from Rezangla.
Its great honour for The 13 th Battaalion The KUMAON Regiment and The martyrs of the Rezangla.The KUMAON Regiment,all KUMAONIS and Ahirs would feel proud to read the write up.
I feel very proud that I was commissioned in this GREAT PALTAN and had attended the function flagging off the yatra by General Deepak Kapoor,a few days before he took over as the Chief of the Army Staff.
Please also refer to my article "Attarah November Basath Ko..Rewari Motorade Par..Kaddi.. Choorma and Veer Ahir Choras of The KUMAON Regiment" sent to you all earler and published in various websites and The KUMAONI on the saga of the Ahirs of The KUMAON Regiment.
Col N N Bhatia (Nini)
A-27, Sector 30, Noida (UP)-201303
9818044762
development happening in the UA
While Our Groups play vital role for uniting we all Uttaranchalis and provide a plateform for free flow
debates on various subjects concerning development of our sacred land, I wish to share a few of points .
The mailing is a media to convey and exchange the inner feelings of all of us . Therefore the mails have to be
always touchy...
I suggest each of our mail sud commence with the words usually spoken in Uttaranchal while writing letters..
like Shri ..Priya ... Bhai ji or Adarneeya Deedi ji in place of "hi "
coz this "hi" word is neither ours nor does it conform our Sanskrity (strong culture)
Similarly in closing Apaka Apna or otherwise Aapaa ku Apnu Hi Bhula ..... or any other touchy feeling ...
2ndly the mail sud be a specific one and not deviating one from subject..... .The arguments should be coarsing swiftly and softly, politely with an aim to induce reader that there was no intention to hurt any one....
in fact it wud be more better if the mail is written in 3rd person.
3rdly we must always post the noticeable development in the area of each of us for the information of others. so that everyone can be aware with the social , economical and public welfare development .
Coz it seems many of our ppl are not un aware about the development happening in the UA and have Still grief image. It boosts the morale of other fellow readers
This wud be form a part of transperencey and at the same time wud boost morale of our ppl.
In case any mail discharging a little of heat shud be always addressed to Mod of group and not the Gp or any individual itslef. The Moderator would check for the heat if any and may edit or re-word before release...
The dilects, phrases (aukhaan) of Uttaranchali in the local dialect can play a vital rol in furnishing the mail..
As Gps emerging as a common platform to exchange our views, so we all sud share our perspective on the current economical , social and educational but never political, Cast Creed..
Let us always neglect the debates like a rift between Shri N.D.Tiwari and Shri Naraneder Singh Negi ,
If these things are taken care of..I am sure that we will find a heavenly Uttaranchal and a different world on earth .
Our Love for Uttarakhand
Western culture has made an impact on us and we have forgtton our own rich culture. as also our innocency for which we well known on the globe.
I got some few lines to share with u.
Kya Bhool Gaye?
Wah ....mere domex, phenyl ke farsh par chalne walon,
apne gaon ke gobar se lipe aangan kyon bhool gaye?
wah ....mere hawai zahaz par chadne walon,
apne gaon ki bell gaadi par chadna bhool gaye,
shopping mall mein shopping kartey kartey
Gaon ki choti si haat ko kyon bhool gaye,
Wah ...mere mineral bottle ka paani peene walon
Apne gaon ke "Panderey" "Naula" ka saaf meetha paani ko bhool gaye
Metro, mega city ke complex mein rehne wale
Gaon ke khaprail wale gharon ko bhool gaye
Wah mere multiplex mein picture dekhne walon,
Apne gaon ki Raamleela ke samwad bhool gaye
Aaj Laptop ke keyboard par ungliyan chalate chalate,
Gaon ke school ki takhti par kalam chalane bhi bhool gaye
Apne Gharon mein majboot safety system lagwane wale
Gaon me "khule darwaje wale gharon" ko kyon bhool gaye
Aaj pepsodent Aur suraksha chakra ke chakkar mein
Gaun ki daatun hanthon mein lena kyon bhool gaye
Mcdonalds, pizzahut mein khaane walon
Maa ji ke haanthon "kaafli" ka swad bhool gaye
Ab bachhon ko cricket, football khilane wale
Gaon ke gilli-danda, luka chhippi, goli kancha kyon bhool gaye..
Hi....wanna. ..gonnaa. ..love ya....kahney walo
Kya Sadar Pranaam , Charan Spardsh , Simanya Deedi..Chinranjeev Bhuli...
ko bhi bhool gaye..
ko bhi bhool gaye..
Uttarakhand has emerged as a significant destination for investments in manufacturing industry, tourism and infrastructure.
Key Investors in Uttarakhand
Within the short span of its existence, Uttarakhand has emerged as a significant destination for investments in manufacturing industry, tourism and infrastructure.
Investor consortium to develop tourism hub in Uttarakhand
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB), has tied up investments from the investor consortium comprising Asian Hotels Ltd – owners of Hyatt Regency Hotels in India; Chescor Capital, UK– investment boutique specialising in corporate and project finance in the Middle East and the Indian sub– continent and Fair - wood Consultants Private Ltd.
The project envisages Greenfield development of a tourism hub in the Kumaon hills on 325 hectares of land entailing investment in excess of USD 103 million by the private party.
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
BHEL is one of the leading power generation equipment manufacturers in the world.The company holds a capacity to produce 6000 MW of equipmentbigger than the Indian market. BHEL offers comprehensive service to its customers in Conventional and Non-Conventional Energy, Industry, Transportation, Telecommunicatio n and Oil sectors.
Century Textiles and Industries (CTIL)
B K Birla group flagship, Century Textiles and Industries has diversified itself into rayon yarn, tyre cord, minerals & chemicals, cement, pulp & paper and shipping from just a textile mill.The company located at Lalkua (Nainital district) has provided direct and indirect employment to the people of the surrounding areas.With a human resource base of around 2500 people, Century Pulp & Paper has brought in a favourable impact on the socio-economics of the region.The company has immensely contributed to the National Exchange and is adding to the quality of life and standard of living.
Surya
Surya set up its first factory for lighting products at Kashipur (in Nainital) in 1984.Today, Surya is India's second largest manufacturer of lighting products. Its steel tube manufacturing plant is one of the largest in Asia.The company maintains its leadership in the export of fluorescent tubes and has achieved high brand visibility in 45 countries across the globe. The state-of-the- art lighting plant was accorded the ISO 9002 certification in the 1980s at a time when the Indian industry was not familiar with such innovative concepts. Surya is the only lighting company with 100 per cent backward integration; it manufactures all its components.
India Glycols
India Glycols promoted by the Bhartias is presently the only producer that manufactures Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) using the non-petroleum route in the country.The company was the first to install an elaborate and efficient system for treating distillery spent wash to safeguard the environment. The company is based in the industrial Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district.
Eureka Forbes
Eureka Forbes- a joint venture between Forbes Gokak and Electrolux AB of Sweden was set up in 1982 to market health and hygiene products to Indian consumers.The state of Uttarakhand houses one of the three manufacturing facility of the company at Bhimtal.
Uttarakhand as Mahindra & Mahindra’s threewheeler manufacturing base
Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M) is the flagship company of around USD 1653 million Mahindra Group, which has a significant presence in key sectors of the Indian economy. A consistently high performer, M&M is one of the most respected companies in the country.The company has, over the years, transformed itself into a Group that caters to the Indian and overseas markets with a presence in vehicles, farm equipment, information technology, trade and finance related services, and infrastructure development. M&M proposes to set up a three – wheeler manufacturing facility and ancillaries in the State.The proposed project would involve a capital outlay of USD 10.3 million and spread over 50 acres of land at Integrated Industrial Estate of BHEL, Haridwar.The company also has a satellite plant in the state at Rudraprayag.
Asahi to set up unit in Uttarakhand
Asahi India Glass, India’s largest glass manufacturer has decided to invest about USD 130.30 million to set up a manufacturing facility in the state. Asahi will be one of the biggest investors in the non-power sector in the state.
Uttarakhand to host Hero Honda’s manufacturing base
Hero Honda plans to invest USD 124 million in Uttarakhand for expanding manufacturing capacities and also diversifying into making scooters.The new plant, the source added, will have the flexibility to produce both motorcycles and scooters.The base is also expected to generate 1,500 jobs as part of this expansion and diversification.
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Sector to Receive Significant Investment
Maharishi Ayurveda Products Ltd (MAPL) has decided to inject USD 15.23 million in the State.This would be State’s single biggest investment in medicinal and aromatic plants sector. MAPL has bought six acres at Haridwar Industrial Estate and intends to install capacity of 300 tonnes of tablets, 300 tonnes of powder, 400 tonnes of paste and 500 tonnes of syrup at this project.
Uttarakhand to receive USD 57.65 million investment to promote bamboo plantation
The Delhi-based Eland International Private Ltd. has signed a pact with the State Government to provide plantation material to ‘panchayats’ and motivate people to grow bamboo.The company would invest USD 57.65 million to promote plantation of bamboo and its products in the State.This is a buy-back agreement, which will involve private and public participation for plantation of 1,50,000 acres of bamboo.
IT Park to promote IT and ITES in Uttarakhand
A dedicated IT Park is coming up in the capital city of Dehradun over 40 acres of land area.The park will host large number of ITES, software companies.Apart from boosting demand drivers of the state economy the presence of the IT Park is expected to enhance commercial real estate demand in the State.
Promoting Private Industrial Estate in Uttarakhand
State Industrial Development Corporation of Uttarakhand Ltd. and Purshotam Industrial Estate (P) Ltd has signed a MOU for promoting private industrial estate in Roorkee. Purshotam Industrial Estate (P) Ltd is planning to set up an Industrial Estate over 60 acres of land in Roorkee for developing and setting up of industries by individuals, corporate, etc. SIDCUL will act as a facilitator to Purshotam Industrial Estate (P) Ltd in the proposed Industrial Estate Development Project, which will be set up on Build, Own and Operate basis.
Atlas Cycle Limited takes up USD 6.53 million project
Atlas Cycle Haryana Limited booked 10 acres of industrial plot in BHEL Industrial Estate for a project on cycle and axillaries with an investment of over USD 6.53 million.
Uttarakhand as one of the biggest manufacturing facility base of air conditioners LG Electronics India Private Limited has set up a world class and one of the biggest manufacturing facility for producing window split and commercial air conditioners, in Sela Qui, Dehradun, with a total investment of USD 2.18 million.The company expects to manufacture around three lakh units in 2004.While the total turnover is expected to be of USD 87 million, 500 local people have been employed in them.
Britannia to set up Greenfield project in Uttarakhand
Britannia Industries Ltd is in the process of setting up a Greenfield project in the State.The project cost is estimated to be USD 12 million and will help it augment the biscuits capacity.
Source: www.ibef.org
Income and Poverty in uttarakhand
WHERE IS UTTARAKHAND MONEY IN DELHI OR MUMBAI
Income and Poverty
It seems that Uttarakhand is a fast growing state with most of the growth taking place in the industrial and services sectors. Although more than half of the workers are engaged in agriculture sector , its share in GSDP was 27.01 per cent while the share of secondary and tertiary sectors was 29 and 44 per cent respectively.
Per capita income is a summary measure of the level of economic development of any region, The tentative per capita NSDP at factor cost in 2003-04 was Rs 16,528 (at current prices) as compared to the national average of Rs 20,989. Uttarakhand thus lags behind the national level of development. However, the gap between the State and national level in this respect has been narrowed since the creation of the State. This fact has also been noted by NCAER in their Draft Uttarakhand Development Report.
Although the per capita estimates indicate a rather healthy picture, the fact remains that poverty levels are quite high in the State. One problem with official estimates of per capita net domestic product in Uttarakhand is that they relate to income “originating”, and not to the income “accruing” in the state. It is quite possible that income may originate in Uttarakhand, but may accrue elsewhere. This is especially so in the case of income from forestry, which accounts for about 20 percent of the contribution from primary sector. Only a small part of this income, 10 to 15 percent, is retained in the State by way of wages to local workers. Similar is the case with mining and quarrying sector, accounting for another four percent of net domestic product from commodity producing sectors.
A second factor to be kept in mind is the existence of sharp regional differences with some areas of the State, especially the more remote and interior hill areas being economically quite backward. Thus Nainital or Dehradun account for a very high per capita income, while the interior areas of Uttarkashi, Pithoragarh, Chamoli or Bageshwar would have stark poverty. Therefore, the per capita NSDP figures do not give a correct picture of the privations that people face.
This last assertion is borne out by the poverty data for Uttarakhand. The Planning Commission has recently released estimates of population below the poverty line in various states and at all- India level based on the 1st Round of household consumer expenditure survey carried out by the NSSO in 2004-05. It has presented two separate estimates – one based on uniform recall period (URP) in which consumer expenditure data for all items are collected from 30-day recall period, and the other based on mixed recall period (MRP) in which consumer expenditure data for five non-food items are collected from 365-day recall period and the rest from 30-day recall period. The comparative results for Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and all-India in both rural and urban areas are given below.
Percentage of Population Below Poverty Line: 2004-05
| State | URP | MRP | ||||
| Rural | Urban | Total | Rural | Urban | Total | |
| Uttarakhand | 40.8 | 36.5 | 39.6 | 31.7 | 32.0 | 31.8 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 10.7 | 3.4 | 10.0 | 7.2 | 2.6 | 6.7 |
| All-India | 28.3 | 25.7 | 27.5 | 21.8 | 21.7 | 21.8 |
URP refers to uniform recall period; and MRP to mixed recall period
Poverty levels in Uttarakhand are much higher than those at the all-India level or in Himachal Pradesh in both rural and urban areas. This is true irrespective of the estimate we rely upon – whether based on URP or MRP. According to URP, rural poverty in Uttarakhand is estimated at 40.8%, urban poverty at 36.5% and total poverty at 39.6%. The corresponding figures according to MRP are 31.7%, 32.0% and 31.8% respectively. The all-India poverty estimates are at least 30% lower on both the counts. Poverty levels in Himachal Pradesh, on the other hand, are only a fraction – about one-fourth in rural areas and one-eleventh to one-fifteenth in urban areas – of the Uttarakhand levels.
Similar results were obtained in a survey of rural households conducted by the Rural Development Department to identify BPL families. This survey estimated the proportion of BPL families in rural areas of Uttarakhand at 36.5%.
What these data clearly point to is the need to give topmost priority to creating livelihood opportunities for the people, in both rural and urban areas, even while accelerating economic growth. Growth clearly has to be an inclusive process.
Workers' Classification
The Work Participation Rate (WPR), which is defined as the percentage of total worker to total population is 36.93 percent for Uttarakhand and 39.30 percent for India as per 2001 Census. Thus it is evident that the dependence ratio (proportion of non-workers) is higher in Uttarakhand. It is interesting to note that in Uttarakhand there is a perceptible decline in the proportion of main workers and significant increase in proportion of marginal workers: the latter has increased from 5.56% in 1991 to 9.54% in 2001.
This fact also has another aspect to it. The best of Uttarakhand, people, who are highly qualified, leave the State for better employment/business opportunities. The "Brain Drain" from Uttarakhand is adversely affecting the State’s efforts in launching any ambitious scheme of development.
The economic Census 2005 reveals that performance of Uttarakhand has been better than all India average in terms of growth of employment as well as growth of enterprises. Interestingly, in both cases the rural sector has performed much better than the urban sector. (NCAER,Draft Uttarakhand Development Report) With this background the State envisions to achieve within a period of 10-15 years a level of economic development for the state that will provide opportunities for its people to achieve a good quality of life and social progress while preserving its pristine beauty and natural wealth.
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