Dehradun – During a top‑level Executive Committee session at the Secretariat, Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan reviewed the status of several Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructure Development Board (UIIDB) projects. He cautioned that every initiative must stick to its approved schedule and that progress assessments need to be systematic and stringent.

Dedicated Manager Assigned to Sharda Riverfront Corridor

Expressing disappointment over the slow advancement of the Sharda Riverfront Corridor, the Chief Secretary noted that the executing agency, UPDCC, had accomplished barely 10 % of the work after ten months. To quicken delivery, Bardhan ordered the deployment of a full‑time project manager on the ground, responsible for continuous monitoring and rapid issue resolution.

He also mandated the preparation of PERT charts for every UIIDB undertaking, embedding clear 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

The review also covered initiatives aimed at expanding river‑rafting facilities. Bardhan instructed UPDCC to establish a dedicated five‑year team to oversee the operation and upkeep of these attractions.

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

Priority Works Targeted for Kumbh Mela 2027

With the Kumbh Mela scheduled for 2027, the Chief Secretary underscored that all high‑priority constructions must meet their deadlines. For the Sati Kund project, he ordered an increase in labor strength and shift rotations so that the work can be wrapped up by 15 December, while warning 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 regularly forwarded to the District Magistrate and the Divisional Commissioner.

Clear Protocols for New Parking Facilities

Before launching any new surface, underground, or automated parking scheme 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 mandatory, and the chosen parking solution should reflect local demand, selecting the most practical configuration among surface, underground, or mechanized options.

Financial & Audit Committee to Safeguard Project Funds

Bardhan also directed 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 all projects.

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.