The Uttarakhand government has proposed major allocations in the 2026-27 supplementary budget for religious and cultural journeys, drinking-water infrastructure and work in areas vulnerable to disasters. The measures cover Kumbh preparations, the Haridwar-Ganga Corridor, Nanda Raj Jat arrangements and water-supply projects.

Around ₹290 crore has been proposed under various grants for infrastructure linked to the upcoming Divya Kumbh. The allocation is intended to support facilities required for the religious event, although a project-by-project breakdown is not yet available.

Haridwar-Ganga Corridor gets ₹30 crore

The Haridwar-Ganga Corridor has been included in the supplementary budget as part of preparations connected with the Kumbh in Haridwar. The government has proposed ₹30 crore under the capital expenditure head to help complete the project’s works within the scheduled timeframe.

The budget provision places the corridor among the infrastructure measures being considered for Haridwar’s Kumbh-related arrangements. No further details about the individual works or their completion schedule have been provided.

₹20 crore proposed for Nanda Raj Jat

The supplementary budget also includes ₹20 crore under the capital expenditure head for arrangements connected with the Nanda Raj Jat pilgr. The journey holds special importance in Uttarakhand’s cultural heritage and is linked to the state’s religious and cultural traditions.

The proposed funding is intended to support arrangements for the pilgr. The available details do not specify how the amount will be divided among facilities or departments.

Focus on Gairsain and wider drinking-water needs

A major drinking-water project in Gairsain, Uttarakhand’s summer capital, has also been included in the proposed supplementary budget. The Gairsain Water Supply Dam Project has been allocated ₹122 crore in the proposal.

The project is significant for drinking-water availability and future requirements in the hill region. The available information does not state the project’s proposed completion date or the number of people expected to benefit.

The budget further proposes ₹300 crore for requirements under the Jal Jeevan Mission, including outstanding payments to contractors. In addition, around ₹110 crore has been proposed for the Drinking Water Department’s KFW project.

These provisions place drinking-water supply alongside pilgrinfrastructure as a major area of supplementary spending. They also address pending financial requirements connected with ongoing water-related work.

Funds for Joshimath and other subsidence-hit areas

The government has also included measures for disaster-sensitive areas. Around ₹48 crore has been proposed for necessary work in Joshimath and other locations affected by land subsidence.

The allocation reflects the budget’s focus on areas requiring attention because of ground movement and related risks. The available information does not identify the individual works covered by this provision.

Conclusion

The proposed 2026-27 supplementary budget combines funding for Kumbh and cultural pilgrarrangements with drinking-water projects and work in land-subsidence-affected areas. Its key provisions include around ₹290 crore for Divya Kumbh infrastructure, ₹30 crore for the Haridwar-Ganga Corridor, ₹122 crore for the Gairsain Water Supply Dam Project and ₹48 crore for disaster-related works.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How much has been proposed for Divya Kumbh infrastructure?

Around ₹290 crore has been proposed under various grants for infrastructure related to the upcoming Divya Kumbh.

Q. What allocation has been proposed for the Haridwar-Ganga Corridor?

The supplementary budget proposes ₹30 crore under the capital expenditure head for the corridor’s works.

Q. How much has been proposed for the Nanda Raj Jat pilgr?

₹20 crore has been proposed under the capital expenditure head for arrangements connected with the pilgr.

Q. What is the proposed allocation for the Gairsain Water Supply Dam Project?

The proposal includes ₹122 crore for the project.

Q. How much has been set aside for Jal Jeevan Mission requirements?

₹300 crore has been proposed, including funds for outstanding contractor payments and other requirements.

Q. What allocation is proposed for the KFW project?

Around ₹110 crore has been proposed for the Drinking Water Department’s KFW project.

Q. What funds are proposed for Joshimath and other subsidence-affected areas?

Around ₹48 crore has been proposed for necessary work in Joshimath and other affected locations.