KHATIMA NEWS
Haridwar
Haridwar Police has urged motorists to leave adequate space when overtaking buses and other large vehicles. The appeal follows a viral video showing people attempting to pass through a narrow gap. Police highlighted patience and distance because the larger vehicle’s driver may not know about the manoeuvre.
Nainital
The Nanda-Sunanda Festival has concluded safely, with Nainital Superintendent of Police Dr Jagdish Chandra thanking the police force, temple committee, traders, residents, devotees and other supporters whose cooperation helped maintain arrangements during the event.
Khatima
The SOG/ANTF unit of Champawat Police held an awareness initiative in Manihargoth, Tanakpur, focusing on the harmful effects of drug use and protection from cybercrime. Young people were urged to avoid drugs, report illegal narcotics and remain alert to cyber fraud, with helpline numbers shared for assistance.
Dehradun
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a group of mountaineering expeditions in Dehradun. The Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, based in Uttarkashi, is conducting the missions. Details about the number of expeditions, their destinations, participating teams and timelines were not provided in the available announcement.
Dehradun
The BJP has appointed Ram Madhav as its new Uttarakhand in-charge, with Bansuri Swaraj among 2 co-in-charges, according to reports dated 23 September 2026. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed the organisational changes in Dehradun, saying the party has recently reconstituted its organisation and appointed a new national president.
Bageshwar
The student union election process at Sumitranandan Pant Government College in Garur has moved ahead, with 18 nomination forms purchased for various s. Candidates will file their papers on Thursday, followed by withdrawals and scrutiny on Saturday. Polling, counting and the oath ceremony for elected representatives are scheduled for Tuesday.
Bageshwar
The Uttarakhand Kranti Dal has announced a September 27 protest over deteriorating roads and alleged corruption in construction work across Bageshwar district. Party leaders say poor connectivity is forcing villagers to carry patients and pregnant women to hospitals on stretchers, while roads in the Pindar Valley remain a concern despite its tourism importance.
Champawat
Champawat district has begun identifying unused government buildings for community-focused activities. A meeting chaired by District Magistrate Manish Kumar examined options including self-help group distribution centres, mushroom production units, Anganwadi centres and libraries. Officials will assess each property’s condition and local requirements before preparing an action plan for public use.
Champawat
The Kumaon Ekta Mahotsav began in Raunshal, Champawat, on Wednesday, bringing cultural performances, folk traditions and community participation together. State Minister Hukam Singh Kunwar inaugurated the event, where local artists and young people received a platform to present their work and organisers highlighted the importance of preserving regional identity for future generations.
Dehradun
Dehradun Police have arrested 06 people at separate locations in an operation targeting alleged high-profile drug trafficking. The police linked the suspects to Delhi’s Sidhu gang and said the action was carried out under the leadership of Dehradun SSP. their identities, the substances involved or details of the next legal steps is not yet available.
Others
CHC Chakrata Medical Superintendent Dr Vipin Tomar conducted surprise inspections at 3 primary health centres and a sub-centre in remote mountain areas on Wednesday. The review covered attendance, outpatient services, medicine stocks, maternal and child health, institutional deliveries, immunisation and national health programmes, with staff directed to improve records and service delivery.
Kashipur
The Kashipur transport department held a free eye examination camp for vehicle drivers and members of the public at the ARTO office. Specialists from Rishikesh examined 150 people and provided spectacles to those who needed them. Officials said such health and awareness initiatives support safer driving and strengthen attention to road safety.
