Dehradun – Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami officially inaugurated a package of five development initiatives worth ₹20.55 crore on the Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University campus in Selaqui. The ceremony saw foundation stones laid for three major projects valued at ₹20.21 crore and the opening of two smaller works totaling ₹34 lakh.
New Campus Facilities Take Shape
The announced ventures include a new administrative block, a contemporary amphitheatre and a "Nakshatra Vatika" – a garden themed around constellations. In addition, the chief minister unveiled a grand main entrance gate and a cutting‑edge dental hospital equipped with the latest technology.
During the event, CM Dhami offered prayers to Goddess Saraswati and laid floral tributes at the statue of the late Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna, paying homage to his enduring legacy. He emphasized that the university is a cornerstone for training the next generation of medical professionals and that these enhancements will enrich the academic atmosphere while driving local progress.
Dhami underscored Uttarakhand’s commitment to producing skilled doctors, nurses and allied‑health workers, noting that the medical fraternity carries a profound social duty – saving lives and restoring hope. He reaffirmed that compassion, sensitivity and dedication remain the core virtues of the profession.
The chief minister also disclosed that a proposal for a super‑speciality hospital on the university grounds has been submitted to the Union Ministry of Health, with further steps pending central approval.
Healthcare Infrastructure Expanding Across Uttarakhand
Aligned with the national drive for stronger health services, Uttarakhand is bolstering its own network. The state currently runs five government medical colleges, with two more under construction, alongside nine nursing colleges and three nursing schools.
Super‑speciality facilities are being upgraded at the medical colleges in Dehradun, Haldwani and Srinagar. A state‑of‑the‑art cancer institute is taking shape in Haldwani, while district hospitals and community health centres are undergoing systematic modernization.
In Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar, a ₹351 crore AIIMS satellite centre is under development to deliver world‑class care to a vast catchment area. Tele‑medicine platforms and helicopter ambulance services are further bridging the gap for remote populations, and the government is intensifying recruitment and training of doctors, nurses and paramedical staff for its public hospitals.
Uttarakhand Youth Securing Jobs Abroad
The state’s foreign‑language training programmes are opening doors to overseas employment. In 2023, sixty candidates were placed in Japan, and in 2025, thirteen secured positions in Germany. A standout success story is Sapna Rana, who landed a role in Germany after completing German‑language training.
Graduates from Uttarakhand’s institutions are also making their mark in prestigious Indian establishments such as AIIMS, PGI, the Indian Railways and the Military Nursing Service.
Over 35,000 Government Jobs Created in Five Years
Dhami reiterated the administration’s resolve to safeguard the future of the state’s youth. A stringent anti‑copying law now governs recruitment examinations, ensuring transparency. Over the past five years, more than 35,000 young Uttarakhandis have entered government service through merit‑based selections.
Medical Education Minister Subodh Uniyal affirmed that the government continues to invest in modern infrastructure for medical colleges, guaranteeing high‑quality education and training for students.
Key Attendees
The event was attended by MLA Sahdev Singh Pundir, Vice‑Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Bhanu Duggal, UCOST Director‑General Prof. Durgesh Pant, Information Director‑General Banshidhar Tiwari, Medical Education Director Dr. Ashutosh Sayana, along with senior faculty members Dr. Sanjay Gaur, Dr. Geeta Jain and other distinguished officials.
