In a recent meeting of the Uttarakhand Cabinet, several important proposals related to the state's development and social justice were approved. Out of a total of 10 proposals, 7 received approval in the meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
Dehradun: Important proposals were approved in the Uttarakhand Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, including the decision to increase the compensation amount in human-wildlife conflict. Previously, this amount was six lakh rupees. As per the Chief Minister's announcement, the government will bear the full cost of treatment for those injured in wildlife attacks.
Earlier, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami had expressed serious concern over the increasing incidents of human-wildlife conflict in the state and had instructed Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan and Principal Secretary Forest RK Sudhanshu to take appropriate steps in this regard.
Permission for Women to Work Night Shifts
The Cabinet decided to provide an ex-gratia amount of 10 lakh rupees to the families of those who die in human-wildlife conflict. Previously, this amount was 6 lakh rupees. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami clarified that the state government will bear the full cost of treatment for those injured in wildlife attacks. This step is considered significant in maintaining a balance between wildlife conservation and human safety in the state.
The Uttarakhand Cabinet decided to allow women working in shops and establishments to work night shifts from 9 PM to 6 AM. However, this permission will only be granted to women who give their written consent. This decision aims to increase employment opportunities for female employees and facilitate flexible working hours.
Dehradun Metro Neo Project Gets Green Light
The Cabinet also approved the Dehradun Metro Neo Project. This project, suggested by the Union Ministry of Housing, has been included. The project is expected to improve transportation facilities and reduce traffic congestion in Dehradun and surrounding areas. The Cabinet approved a new structure for the Prosecution Department, sanctioning a total of 86 posts. Additionally, permission was granted to table the annual reports of the Energy Corporation and the Department of Environment Protection and Climate Change in the Assembly.
The Cabinet also approved amendments to the Shop and Establishment Act. Under this, the Central Labour Code has been adopted, which will help maintain a balance between business interests and workers' rights in the state.
