Shri Kedarnath Utthan Charitable Trust (SKUCT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maharatna CPSE, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited where the later has committed to contribute Rs. 19.3 crores for the development projects at Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand.
The MoU was signed between Tourism Secretary Dilip Jawalkar and Chief Managing Director (CMD) Powergrid K. Sreekant.
As per the MoU, the amount shall be used for the construction of a 2.5 km long and 10.5 m wide road for efficient traffic management, façade enhancement of public and Devasthanam Board buildings, battery-operated public transport system, installation of property and wayfinding signages, ambient lightings, water supply service and drainage management.
Speaking on the occasion, Secretary Tourism Dilip Jawalkar said, “Badrinath Dham is one of the most sought-after destinations of Uttarakhand and attracts pilgrims from all over the world. Uttarakhand Government is working in alignment with the vision of our honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and actively involved in the overall development of the city’s infrastructure. We are also ensuring that all the development projects are environment friendly and further aid in boosting the employment opportunities for the locals.”
He further informed that MoU’s of approximately Rs 200 crore are signed with various Public Sector Units (PSU’s) to develop Badrinath as Spiritual Smart Hill Town under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The project is estimated to complete within the time duration of three years. It is also expected that the project will benefit nearly 15.6 lakh pilgrims every year visiting Badrinath from 2025 onwards.
Assistant Residence Commisioner Ila Giri, Public Relation Officer Kamal Kishore Joshi, Director Personal VK Singh, Executive Director Sanjay Garg were present during the ocassion.
