Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Announces Recovery of Over 9,000 Acres of Government Land

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reports the recovery of over 9,000 acres of government land in Uttarakhand from encroachers. The state has implemented strict measures against illegal structures and land occupation.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently announced the recovery of over 9,000 acres of land from individuals he referred to as "land jihadis" in Uttarakhand. He emphasised that no one can now claim government land by simply covering it with a green sheet. This statement was made during the opening of a new BJP office in Roorkee.

Dhami highlighted his commitment to maintaining Uttarakhand's demographic balance. He pointed to the state's stringent laws against conversion and riots, as well as actions against what he termed as land jihad, love jihad, and spit jihad. According to him, more than 9,000 acres have been reclaimed, 250 illegal madrasas closed, and over 500 unlawful structures demolished.

Strict Measures Against Encroachment

The Chief Minister assured that ongoing efforts will prevent any further encroachment on government land using coloured sheets. He stated, "Now, no jihadi encroaching on government land will be able to occupy government land by covering it with green sheets, blue sheets, yellow sheets, or red sheets."

Dhami also discussed measures taken under Operation Kalanemi. This initiative targets individuals impersonating Hindu seers to tarnish the Sanatan Hindu faith. The campaign aims to identify and take action against those hiding their true identities.

Changes in Madrasa Education

The state government has decided to abolish the Madrasa Board through the Minority Education Act. Dhami mentioned that this change will take effect from July 1, 2026. At that time, madrasas will follow the curriculum set by the state education board instead of their current syllabus.

On the topic of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Dhami clarified its purpose. He reiterated that the UCC is not intended to single out any community but aims to ensure equal treatment for all citizens.

The Chief Minister's announcements reflect a broader strategy to address various issues in Uttarakhand. These include illegal land occupation and educational reforms. His statements underline a focus on maintaining order and equality within the state.

With inputs from PTI