On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, Haldwani Municipal Corporation took a commendable initiative. In the corporation premises, Mayor Gajraj Bisht and Municipal Commissioner Richa Singh performed the traditional *Kanya Pujan* of daughters of sanitation workers employed with the corporation and offered them meals. All officials and employees of the Municipal Corporation were present at the event. Through this celebration, a strong message of social harmony and equality was conveyed by honoring the families of sanitation workers. Mayor Gajraj Bisht said, “Navratri is a festival of worshipping the divine feminine, and the daughters of sanitation workers are our daughters…
Author: Whispering Uttarakhand
A controversy has emerged in Haridwar just before the start of the Char Dham Yatra, surrounding certain dhabas and hotels. Many establishments located on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway display flags bearing images of Hindu deities. However, when customers make online payments, it is revealed that these places are operated by members of the Muslim community. With millions of devotees participating in the Char Dham Yatra, the issue becomes serious if anyone is deliberately hiding their identity while using religious symbols to attract pilgrims. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has indicated that such cases will be thoroughly investigated, and mandatory…
Unregistered Medicare Hospital Performs Surgeries, Endangering Patients’ Lives in Bhagwanpur In the Bhagwanpur police station area of Roorkee, illegal hospitals are thriving openly, while the Health Department remains completely silent. Notably, a hospital named “Medicare Hospital,” located at Gagalhedi Chowk in Bhagwanpur, is reportedly operating without any registration from the Health Department and without any qualified doctors. Several concerning incidents have already been reported from this hospital, where patient safety is being blatantly disregarded. According to sources, the hospital operator, Savej Malik, does not possess any medical degree or formal knowledge related to the medical field, yet he continues to…
On a one-day visit to Udham Singh Nagar, Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh (Retd.) visited Pantnagar University of Agriculture and Technology, where he inaugurated the Madhu Vatika (Bee Garden), Gaura Devi Training Center, and the Devkinandan Agarwal Student Recreation Center of Bazpur. On this occasion, he interacted with members of women’s self-help groups and inquired about their products and income. Following this, the Governor participated as the Chief Guest in an interactive session with students and scientists at the Ratan Singh Auditorium of the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Pantnagar. Addressing the students and scientists present in…
While reviewing the status of disaster management plans in state hospitals, Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan directed that all hospitals must submit their disaster management plans within a month. He also instructed the immediate appointment of a nodal officer for disaster management in the office of the Director General of Health. Furthermore, he directed the Health Department to hold meetings with Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) of all districts regarding the disaster management strategies and working plans of district hospitals, and to sensitize the health sector on the issue. Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan was reviewing the activities of the Uttarakhand…
The Waqf Amendment Bill was passed in the Lok Sabha yesterday and is set to be presented in the Rajya Sabha today. Former Vice Chairman of the Uttarakhand Minority Commission, Mazhar Naim Nawab, has extended full support to the bill. Speaking to the media, Mazhar Naim Nawab stated that the Congress and its allies are spreading misleading information among the public regarding the Waqf Amendment Bill. He emphasized that the bill aims to ensure the rights of the poor and underprivileged sections of the Muslim community. He further claimed that for the past 70 years, the Congress party has…
The temple of Maa Rajrajeshwari, the family deity of the Tehri royals located at Ranihat Chauras, is currently in dire need of renovation. On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, people from Tehri Garhwal and Pauri Garhwal come here to offer prayers and seek blessings from the goddess. It is believed that the King of Tehri established this temple, and the queen used to visit it through a secret path. However, today the temple of Maa Rajrajeshwari is longing for restoration. Although the state government is running various schemes to promote the beautification of temples and religious tourism, this temple…
The Dhami government of Uttarakhand recently renamed 17 locations across the state. The renaming of Miyanwala in Dehradun has sparked protest among the local Rajput community. Locals claim that the name “Miyanwala” was given in honor of their ancestors, but the government mistakenly assumed “Miyan” to be of Muslim origin and changed the name. The residents of Miyanwala have raised objections, stating that the name originated from the honorific “Miyan,” bestowed upon the original Rajput families of the area, who have direct ties to the Tehri princely state. They submitted a memorandum through District Magistrate D.M. Bansal to…
Take Effective Steps for Rainwater Harvesting and Groundwater Recharge Ensure Regular Testing of Drinking Water Quality A comprehensive action plan should be developed for water supply in the state, keeping in mind the requirements of the next 30 years. Effective steps should be taken for rainwater conservation and increasing groundwater levels. Public participation should be encouraged for the rejuvenation of water sources, rivers, and streams. Suggestions from individuals working in this sector should be incorporated into future plans. Separate, concrete plans should be prepared for drinking water, water storage, and water conservation based on the requirements of the…
Senior Congress leader and former Kedarnath MLA Manoj Rawat has made serious allegations against the state government. He stated that an attempt is being made to forcibly construct a 220/33 kV substation on the grazing land (Gochar) in Rudrapur village of Rudraprayag district. He highlighted that over 200 families reside in the village, owning more than 500 livestock. This is the only grazing land available in the village, and if construction takes place, there will be no land left for grazing, which is why the villagers are opposing the project. On the other hand, Kedarnath MLA Asha Nautiyal stated that…
The names of two roads in Haldwani city have been officially changed from today. Nawabi Road will now be known as Atal Path, while the road from Panchakki to ITI has been renamed Guru Golwalkar Marg. Mayor Gajraj Bisht inaugurated both roads, stating that the proposal to rename roads reminiscent of colonial history was presented in the municipal board. The government approved the proposal, and the new names have now been officially implemented.
Senior Congress leader and former Kedarnath MLA Manoj Rawat has made serious allegations against the state government. He stated that an attempt is being made to forcibly construct a 220/33 kV substation on the grazing land (Gochar) in Rudrapur village of Rudraprayag district. He highlighted that over 200 families reside in the village, owning more than 500 livestock. This is the only grazing land available in the village, and if construction takes place, there will be no land left for grazing, which is why the villagers are opposing the project. On the other hand, Kedarnath MLA Asha Nautiyal stated…
Doiwala Sugar Mill Ends Season with 0.3% Higher Recovery Than Last Year* The crushing season of Doiwala Sugar Mill for 2024-25 is in its final phase. Compared to last year, the mill has achieved a 0.3% increase in sugar recovery. Doiwala Sugar Mill is the first in the state to produce more sugar than the previous year, which is attributed to the increased sugarcane yield in the region. This year, the Doiwala Cane Committee set a target of 30 lakh quintals of sugarcane for the mill, out of which the sugar mill successfully processed 27.75 lakh quintals. The…
Big Breaking: Uttarkashi Gears Up for Char Dham Yatra Preparations Uttarkashi District Magistrate Mehrban Singh Bisht Visits Yamunotri Dham Yamunotri Priests Raise Questions Over Preparations Pradeep Uniyal stated that Maa Yamuna’s birth anniversary will be celebrated tomorrow. On April 4, the temple committee and Panch Panda committee will announce the temple opening, and rituals will take place, but pilgrims will not be allowed darshan. “There is no kund, no ghat, no ladies’ kund. Only 25 days are left. We will face the wrath of pilgrims. Whitewashing won’t work—what can be done in 25 days?” “We don’t…
Late at night, members of Hindu organizations created a massive uproar at Dak Pathar intersection in Vikas Nagar for several hours. The situation in the Himachal-Uttarakhand border area, where 13 cow remains were recently found in the Yamuna River, had not yet settled when another cow carcass was discovered in the Dak Pathar region of Vikas Nagar.. This reignited tensions, and within no time, hundreds of people associated with Hindu organizations gathered, raised slogans, and staged a protest at the Dak Pathar intersection, demanding strict action against the culprits. As the situation escalated, additional police forces from multiple stations…
The world-famous Kedarnath Dham Yatra is set to begin on 2nd May , and ahead of this, the district administration, health department, and other concerned departments are actively working to ensure smooth arrangements before the temple doors open. We bring you exclusive visuals of how the preparations are progressing. Chief Development Officer (CDO) Dr. G.S. Khati stated that the district administration is working on war footing to repair road routes as well as pedestrian pathways leading to Kedarnath. Meanwhile, DDMA teams are continuously engaged in removing heavy snow from the trekking routes through strenuous efforts. Additionally, damaged paths due…