Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, unveiled the audio clips of the 'Meri Yojana' book at the Uttarakhand Secretariat in Dehradun, a compilation of central and state government welfare schemes prepared by the Programme Implementation Department. The audio edition is designed to make scheme-related information accessible to citizens who may face barriers with printed or digital formats.

Context

Speaking at the event, CM Dhami said the book brings together welfare schemes from various departments under one roof, so that 'aam nagarikon ko yojanaon ki jaankari aasani se uplabdh ho sakegi' (ordinary citizens can easily access information about schemes). The compilation covers eligibility criteria, benefits, and application procedures in simple language for schemes spanning self-employment, skill development, and education.

Secretary, Programme Implementation, Deepak Kumar, stated that the audio version will be broadcast on Akashvani and other radio stations, extending outreach to remote and rural populations. He noted that the department had already published four earlier print editions of 'Meri Yojana' and had previously released a digital version as well.

Policy Backdrop

The 'Meri Yojana' initiative reflects a broader national push by state governments to consolidate fragmented welfare information and improve last-mile delivery. Audio adaptations are particularly significant in a state like Uttarakhand, where mountainous terrain and low digital penetration in remote areas can limit access to printed or online resources.

CM Dhami used the occasion to direct officials to continuously innovate in delivering welfare scheme benefits to the last person in line, and to issue government orders in plain, accessible language. He also noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of India, crediting central leadership with establishing new dimensions of national development under the 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) vision.

Stakeholders and Impact

The primary beneficiaries are common citizens, youth, and women across Uttarakhand, particularly those in remote districts. The state government highlighted schemes such as the Mukhya Mantri Swarozgar Yojana, Mahak Kranti Yojana, Aroma Valley, and Mission Apple as examples of employment and livelihood programmes covered in the compilation.

CM Dhami noted that the double-engine government model — referring to aligned BJP governments at the centre and state — has strengthened the state economy, with per capita income recording consistent growth. He added that Uttarakhand has seen notable progress in road, rail, and air connectivity, health, education, and infrastructure, with development reaching distant areas through central financial support.

What's Next

The audio clips of 'Meri Yojana' are set to begin broadcasting on Akashvani and partner radio stations, potentially reaching citizens in areas with limited internet access. Officials and observers will watch for whether the audio outreach translates into measurable increases in scheme enrolment and benefit uptake across the state's remote regions.

Director General of Information, Banshidhar Tiwari, was also present at the event. The government's emphasis on plain-language orders and inclusive formats signals a continued focus on governance accessibility as a policy priority in Uttarakhand heading into the second half of 2026.