Pushkar Singh Dhami set to become first BJP CM to complete five consecutive years in Uttarakhand Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will create history on July 4, becoming the first BJP Chief Minister in the state to complete a continuous five-year tenure in office.Before him, veteran Congress leader the late Narayan Dutt Tiwari was the only Chief Minister in the state’s history to complete a full five-year term.Dhami first assumed office as Chief Minister on July 4, 2021, and following the BJP’s victory in the 2022 assembly elections, the party leadership once again entrusted him with the state’s command, making him the only Chief Minister of Uttarakhand to secure a second consecutive term.Uttarakhand has a history of high political turnover. Since the state’s formation in 2000, it has had 10 Chief Ministers. Narayan Dutt Tiwari served as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand from March 2, 2002, to March 7, 2007.During Dhami’s tenure, the state government has continued to focus on governance and development.On Monday, Dhami inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 17 development projects worth a total of ₹123.79 crore during a grand event in Champawat. Of these, eight completed projects worth ₹27.79 crore were inaugurated, while foundation stones were laid for nine new projects valued at ₹96 crore.On the occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated the Jim Corbett Trail, developed at a cost of ₹3.49 crore. The project includes various construction and renovation works at multiple locations across the district associated with Jim Corbett. He also participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the City Centre being developed at the Champawat Bus Station Roadways area.He also participated in a public programme in Champawat, where he announced a landmark boost to the state’s healthcare infrastructure.The Chief Minister inaugurated a state-of-the-art MRI machine installed at a cost of approximately Rs 6 crore under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative with the support of the ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth.The government’s four-year anniversary was marked in March this year with large public events, including a programme titled “Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar – Four Years of Excellence, Uttarakhand Moving Forward on the Path of Continuous Progress,” held at the Parade Ground in Dehradun.Addressing the gathering, Dhami said the double-engine government was working towards building a “strong, prosperous, and self-reliant Uttarakhand,” guided by the mantra of “Development as well as Heritage.” (ANI)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRajya Sabha Numbers Tilt Towards NDA, Bringing Two-Thirds Majority Within Striking DistanceIndia Condemns Pakistan’s Airstrikes In Afghanistan, Calls Them Assault On Sovereignty & Peace’No Official Role, No Official Support’: India Distances Itself From India-Pakistan Track-2 DialogueUS Ambassador Says Trump’s India Visit Could Happen Soon, Confirms Quad Meeting in PhilippinesAre We Learning Nothing From Deadly Fire Accidents Across India? Experts Sound AlarmSarla Bhat Murder Case: SIA Files 737-Page Chargesheet, Yasin Malik Named Main AccusedWhat West Bengal’s New Public Safety and Anti-Goonda Bill Means and Why It Is ControversialSonam Wangchuk Begins Indefinite Fast, Urges Nation To Join Education Reform MovementBengal BJP Govt Rolls Back OBC Quota Hike, Scraps 113 Groups Added Under TMCPM Modi To Skip Khamenei Funeral; Bihar Governor, MoS External Affairs To Represent India: Report123Photostories4 Zodiac Signs That Leave a Lasting Impression8 foods you should never leave outside during monsoon9 traditional regional dishes and the Indian trains on which one can enjoy themPsychology says people who wait for sales aren’t just saving money; they enjoy the satisfaction of making a smart purchase as much as owning the itemWhat would you do? I realized I am nobody’s best friend anymore; 6 women share what they did nextPsychology says kids rarely remember the mistake, but they never forget these 8 parental reactions5 British-inspired decor ideas that fit beautifully into Indian homes7 small shade trees that keep your garden cool and colourful through the seasons5 contemporary bathroom designs for modern apartmentsBengal government replaces eggs with vegetarian food for mid-day meals: What happens when kids eat 2 eggs a week123Hot PicksKarnataka SIRDelhi PUCC 3.0Sergio GorIndia economyiPhone 18 Pro data leakNoida schools timingUPTET Admit CardUS Strike on IranAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingDelhi EV Vehicle Policy 2026Bengal Refinery FireSonam RaghuvanshiFIFA World Cup 2026CBSE Three language GuidelinesBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will create history on July 4, becoming the first BJP Chief Minister in the state to complete a continuous five-year tenure in office.Before him, veteran Congress leader the late Narayan Dutt Tiwari was the only Chief Minister in the state’s history to complete a full five-year term.Dhami first assumed office as Chief Minister on July 4, 2021, and following the BJP’s victory in the 2022 assembly elections, the party leadership once again entrusted him with the state’s command, making him the only Chief Minister of Uttarakhand to secure a second consecutive term.Uttarakhand has a history of high political turnover. Since the state’s formation in 2000, it has had 10 Chief Ministers. Narayan Dutt Tiwari served as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand from March 2, 2002, to March 7, 2007.During Dhami’s tenure, the state government has continued to focus on governance and development.On Monday, Dhami inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 17 development projects worth a total of ₹123.79 crore during a grand event in Champawat. Of these, eight completed projects worth ₹27.79 crore were inaugurated, while foundation stones were laid for nine new projects valued at ₹96 crore.On the occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated the Jim Corbett Trail, developed at a cost of ₹3.49 crore. The project includes various construction and renovation works at multiple locations across the district associated with Jim Corbett. He also participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the City Centre being developed at the Champawat Bus Station Roadways area.He also participated in a public programme in Champawat, where he announced a landmark boost to the state’s healthcare infrastructure.The Chief Minister inaugurated a state-of-the-art MRI machine installed at a cost of approximately Rs 6 crore under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative with the support of the ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth.The government’s four-year anniversary was marked in March this year with large public events, including a programme titled “Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar – Four Years of Excellence, Uttarakhand Moving Forward on the Path of Continuous Progress,” held at the Parade Ground in Dehradun.Addressing the gathering, Dhami said the double-engine government was working towards building a “strong, prosperous, and self-reliant Uttarakhand,” guided by the mantra of “Development as well as Heritage.” (ANI)
