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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami pledges swift action on traders' business concerns
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 12:39 PM
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami told traders in Uttarakhand that his government will address their commercial grievances without delay, after a series of complaints about market and licensing issues.
Dehradun, Uttarakhand – In a brief press interaction, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami responded to growing unease among local traders who have raised concerns over licensing delays, inadequate market infrastructure, and irregularities in tax collection. Dhami acknowledged the grievances, stating that the state administration is reviewing each complaint and will issue clear directives to relevant departments to ensure prompt resolution.
The CM emphasized that a business-friendly environment is essential for the state's economic growth and promised to set up a dedicated task force to monitor the implementation of corrective measures. He also urged traders to submit detailed petitions through the official portal so that the government can prioritize the most urgent issues.
While no specific timeline was disclosed, Dhami assured that the administration will report progress in the upcoming legislative session. The statement comes after several trader unions staged peaceful protests in major towns, demanding faster clearance of goods and transparent fee structures.
Analysts note that the CM's intervention reflects broader efforts by the Uttarakhand government to attract investment and revive small‑scale commerce, especially in the post‑pandemic recovery phase.
The CM emphasized that a business-friendly environment is essential for the state's economic growth and promised to set up a dedicated task force to monitor the implementation of corrective measures. He also urged traders to submit detailed petitions through the official portal so that the government can prioritize the most urgent issues.
While no specific timeline was disclosed, Dhami assured that the administration will report progress in the upcoming legislative session. The statement comes after several trader unions staged peaceful protests in major towns, demanding faster clearance of goods and transparent fee structures.
Analysts note that the CM's intervention reflects broader efforts by the Uttarakhand government to attract investment and revive small‑scale commerce, especially in the post‑pandemic recovery phase.