Dehradun – During a high‑level Executive Committee session at the Secretariat, Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan took stock of a slew of Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructure Development Board (UIIDB) schemes. He warned that each initiative must stick to its approved timetable and that progress checks should be systematic and uncompromising.

Sharda Riverfront Corridor to Receive a Full‑Time Project Manager

The Chief Secretary expressed disappointment over the sluggish advancement of the Sharda Riverfront Corridor, noting that the implementing agency, UPDCC, had completed merely about 10 % of the work after ten months. To fast‑track delivery, Bardhan ordered the deployment of a dedicated on‑site project manager responsible for continuous monitoring and rapid problem‑solving.

He also mandated the preparation of PERT charts for every UIIDB undertaking, embedding explicit milestones. Future meetings will benchmark progress against these charts, and any deviation will trigger root‑cause analysis and corrective measures.

New Supervision Layer for River‑Rafting Projects

Projects aimed at expanding river‑rafting facilities were scrutinised as well. Bardhan directed UPDCC to assemble a specialised five‑year team to oversee the operation and upkeep of these attractions.

Separate operational units will be established for the Haridwar and Rishikesh corridors, ensuring localized, smooth management of the rafting infrastructure.

Priority Works Accelerated for Kumbh Mela 2027

With the Kumbh Mela scheduled for 2027, the Chief Secretary stressed that all priority constructions must meet their deadlines. Regarding the Sati Kund works, he ordered an increase in labour strength and additional shift rotations so the project can be completed by 15 December, while cautioning that speed must not compromise quality.

In Haridwar, the general manager of the executing agency has been instructed to reside in the city and conduct daily site inspections. A detailed progress dossier must be submitted regularly to the District Magistrate and the Divisional Commissioner.

Strict Clearance Protocols for New Parking Schemes

Before initiating any new surface, underground, or mechanised parking project in Haridwar, officials must obtain a written No‑Objection Certificate from both the District Magistrate and the Mela Officer.

Integration with parallel departmental plans is compulsory, and the chosen parking solution should reflect local demand—selecting the most practical option among surface, underground, or automated systems.

Financial and Audit Committee Established to Safeguard Funds

Bardhan also instructed the formation of a Financial and Audit Committee to tighten fiscal oversight of UIIDB initiatives. The committee will champion financial discipline, transparency, and timely disbursement across the board.

Present at the meeting were Principal Secretary R. Meenakshi Sundaram, Secretary Nitesh Kumar Jha, Ravinath Raman, Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pandey, C. Ravishankar, Dr. Ranveer Singh Chauhan, Special Secretary Parag Madhukar Dhakate, together with senior officials from the relevant departments and UIIDB.