CM Dhami Reaches Gairsain for High-Stakes Assembly Session
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami arrives in Gairsain for the Uttarakhand Assembly session to present a supplementary budget and key bills.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has arrived in Gairsain on Monday, October 26, 2026, setting the stage for the upcoming two-day Uttarakhand Assembly session. The session, which has been sanctioned by the Governor, is scheduled to officially begin on Tuesday, October 27, at 11 AM.
Budget and Legislative Agenda
The primary focus of this brief but intensive session is the presentation of a supplementary budget. Estimates suggest the budget will range between 7,000 and 7,500 crore rupees. In addition to the financial roadmap, several key legislative bills are expected to be introduced and discussed. The specific agenda for these proceedings was finalized during a recent meeting held by the business advisory committee.
A Grand Welcome Across Districts
The Chief Minister's journey to Gairsain was marked by enthusiastic receptions in the Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts. Local residents in Karnaprayag and Gauchar greeted the motorcade with showers of flowers, reflecting a warm public welcome.
In Rudraprayag, Cabinet Minister Bharat Singh Choudhary was present to officially welcome the CM. Meanwhile, in Chamoli, the reception was led by MLAs Anil Nautiyal and Bhupal Ram Tamta, alongside senior officials including District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar, Superintendent of Police Surjeet Singh Panwar, and Chief Development Officer Dr. Abhishek Tripathi.
Connecting with the People and Infrastructure
Beyond the formal protocols, CM Dhami took time to engage with the local community. During his transit, he stopped at Adibadri to interact with children and local shopkeepers, inquiring about their well-being.
The Chief Minister also prioritized a review of critical infrastructure. He conducted an inspection of a tunnel and bridge project currently under construction in Rudraprayag. This project is a vital part of the Char Dham road network, designed to link the Kedarnath and Badrinath national highways to reduce traffic congestion. Reports indicate that trial runs for the project were successfully completed on October 26, with an official inauguration expected soon.
Opposition Prepared for Protest
While the government prepares its legislative push, the atmosphere in the assembly is expected to be charged. Opposition parties, spearheaded by the Congress, have signaled that they intend to use the session to voice various grievances and launch protests during the proceedings.