Chief Secretary Expresses Concern Over Delays in Single Window System Cases

Dehradun: A meeting of the 65th State-Level Empowered Committee for investment-related proposals under the Single Window System was held on Wednesday at the Secretariat under the chairmanship of Anand Bardhan. During the meeting, the committee recommended several new investment proposals approved by the Industries Department.

The Chief Secretary expressed displeasure over delays in resolving cases related to land-use changes and other approvals at the district level. He directed all District Magistrates to ensure timely and proactive disposal of Single Window System cases.

He also instructed the Industries Secretary to seek explanations from officials responsible for unnecessary delays in pending matters. Bardhan emphasized that all approvals and clearances under the Single Window System are governed by prescribed timelines, which must be strictly followed.

He noted that the speedy disposal of all pending investment proposals from both the first and second phases is essential for achieving the state’s Ease of Doing Business goals. Timely approvals for investors, he said, would accelerate industrial development and job creation in Uttarakhand.

The meeting was attended by senior officials, including Vinay Shankar Pandey, V. Shanmugam, C. Ravishankar, Parag Madhukar Dhakate, and **Saurabh Gaharwar>.