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  • Third Infrastructure Working Group MeetingJune 26-28

    Third Infrastructure Working Group MeetingJune 26-28

    Dehradun. The third G20 Infrastructure Working Group (IWG) meeting under G20 Indian Presidency is scheduled to take place in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, from 26th to 28th June 2023. Total 63 delegates from G20 member countries, invitee countries, and international organisations will participate in the meeting to further the discussions on the 2023 Infrastructure Agenda under the Indian G20 Presidency and follow up on the discussions held during the second IWG meeting held in March 2023 in Visakhapatnam.
    The G20 Infrastructure Working Group deliberates on various aspects of infrastructure investments, including developing infrastructure as an asset class, promoting quality infrastructure investment, and identifying innovative instruments for mobilizing financial resources for infrastructure investment. The outcomes of the Infrastructure Working Group feed into the G20 Finance Track priorities and promote Infrastructure Development.

    In the third IWG meeting, substantive progress will be discussed towards the various workstreams of the 2023 Infrastructure Agenda. The flagship priority to be discussed in this meeting is “Financing Cities of Tomorrow: Inclusive, Resilient and Sustainable”, along with other priorities.
    During the three-day meetings, various official meetings and cultural programmes have been planned for the delegates. In addition to the formal discussions, the delegates will experience Rishikesh’s rich culture and beautiful landscapes. The Presidency has also arranged an excursion for the delegates on the afternoon of 28th June.

    On the sidelines of the IWG meetings, two side events have also been planned. On 26th June, the “High-Level Seminar on Roadmap to Sustainable Cities” is being organized in partnership with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. The discussions across the three sessions will allow G20 decision-makers to hear key challenges, from climate change to infrastructure resiliency, fast urbanization, and inclusiveness, along with exploring the role of technology, Infratech and digitization. The delegates will also learn from a unique perspective in launching one of the world’s most ambitious new city developmentNUSANTARA in Indonesia. Many International and national experts are joining the discussion.

    On 27th June, “A Roundtable on Making India an MRO Hub” is scheduled with an agenda to discuss opportunities that India has to offer in the MRO space.

    The delegates will also be hosted for “Ratri Bhoj Par Samvad’ (Conversation over Dinner) to provide an opportunity to enjoy the rich cultural heritage of Uttarakhand and relish the local cuisines. The Presidency has also planned a “Yoga Retreat” on 26th June 2023 for the delegates to experience.

  • CM Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the first batch of Sri Hemkund Sahib Yatra from Rishikesh

    CM Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the first batch of Sri Hemkund Sahib Yatra from Rishikesh

    Uttarakhand. Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd) and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of Sri Hemkund Sahib Yatra from Hemkund Sahib Gurdwara Complex Rishikesh. The Governor and the Chief Minister paid obeisance at the Gurudwara and wished for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state. He extended best wishes to all the devotees going on the Hemkund Yatra. The Governor said that today is a very auspicious day for the commencement of Shri Hemkund Sahib Ji Yatra, the first batch led by Panj Pyaras is leaving for Shri Hemkund Sahib Ji Yatra and I heartily congratulate all the devotees on this auspicious occasion. And I wish you all the best. He said that this journey is a journey of reverence, devotion and faith for all of us, a journey to make life blessed.

    The Governor said that all of you devotees should also get this opportunity to make your life blessed by getting the holy darshan of Shri Hemkund Sahib ji, amidst the seven peaks of the Himalayas, amidst the waves of Amrit Sarovar, with the divine flag of Holy Shri Nishan Sahib fluttering. Has happened.

    Recalling the Sikh Gurus, the Governor said that the art of war, war strategy, ‘Nishchay kar apni jeet karo’, the education to win victory, the education to stay away from condemnation, backbiting, the education to serve the needy, the education to save, The teachers have given us the knowledge of weapons, the education of horse riding, the education of staying away from drugs. He said that following the path of self-respect, courage, sacrifice, hard work and service, the message of ‘1.25 lakh to one fight’ is the essence of the teachings of indomitable courage.

    The Governor told the devotees present there from India and abroad that this land of Uttarakhand is a rich land of Guru tradition. He said that every traveler coming to Shri Hemkund Sahib is our brand ambassador, it is our endeavor that every devotee leaves here satisfied, it is a matter of great pleasure for us that more than two thousand devotees visit Shri Hemkund Sahib. Registration is done. On this occasion, the Governor also paid tribute to the great souls who discovered Sri Hemkund Sahib Gurdwara and expressed happiness over the work, arrangements and health ATMs being made by the state government for the yatra and on the yatra route.

    Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that all necessary arrangements have been made by the state government for the pilgrims going on pilgrimage to Hemkund Sahib. He has appealed to all the devotees to get their health tests done before going on the yatra. The Chief Minister said that the Chardham Yatra of Uttarakhand is also at its peak. Last year more than 50 lakh devotees visited Chardham Yatra. Even more devotees are expected to come for Chardham Yatra this year. The Chief Minister said that it is the endeavor of the state government that all possible arrangements have been made to ensure that the devotees coming to Devbhoomi Uttarakhand do not face any kind of trouble.

    Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for laying the foundation stone of the ropeway for Shri Kedarnath and Shri Hemkund Sahib, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that with the construction of these two ropeways, the journey will be smooth and easy. After the commencement of the Karnprayag-Rishikesh rail line, the journey to Hemkund Sahib will be more convenient. On this occasion, Cabinet Ministers Satpal Maharaj, Prem Chand Aggarwal, Subodh Uniyal, MP and former Chief Minister Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, Mayor Rishikesh Anita Mamgai, members of the Women’s Commission were present. President Kusum Kandwal and President of Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib Management Trust Narendrajit Singh Bindra were present.

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  • Registration Of Pilgrims For Kedarnath Yatra Suspended Till Apr 30 In Rishikesh, Haridwar Due To Bad Weather

    Registration Of Pilgrims For Kedarnath Yatra Suspended Till Apr 30 In Rishikesh, Haridwar Due To Bad Weather

    The registration of pilgrims for the Kedarnath yatra was on Sunday suspended till April 30 in Rishikesh and Haridwar due to rain and snowfall in the upper reaches of the Garhwal Himalayas, officials said. The Kedarnath Dham will be opened to the public on Tuesday.

    Additional Commissioner (Administration) of Garhwal Division and Additional Chief Executive Officer of Chardham Yatra Administration Organisation Narendra Singh Kaviriyal said that in view of the bad weather and heavy snowfall, the registration of pilgrims for the Kedarnath yatra has been suspended till April 30 in Rishikesh and Haridwar.

    The government will review the weather conditions in the coming days and accordingly take a decision in the interest of the pilgrims, he said. Due to incessant rain and snowfall in the upper reaches of the Garhwal Himalayas, the mercury in the region has dropped significantly and authorities are facing problems in clearing the snow that keeps accumulating on footpaths.An official spokesperson said the state government has urged the pilgrims to check the weather forecast before starting the yatra and to carry enough warm clothes. The government also said that due to the weather, the pilgrims might have to face all sorts of problems during the yatra. However, adequate medical arrangements have been made along all the yatra routes, it said.

    It added that it is committed to ensuring smooth, safe and uninterrupted travel for the pilgrims and the arrangements are being regularly monitored at the highest level. The registration of pilgrims for the other three dhams — Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri — is underway. While the shrines of Gangotri and Yamunotri opened on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya on Saturday, the Badrinath Dham will open on April 27. So far, more than 16 lakh people from India and abroad have registered for the Chardham Yatra, according to officials.