Uttarakhand Cabinet approves implementation of Unified Pension Scheme

The Uttarakhand Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, approved the Unified Pension Scheme, set to be operational from April 1, 2025. The new Excise Policy 2025 was also endorsed, aiming to regulate liquor sales and close licenses near religious places. Additionally, financial aid will be provided to 45 writers this year to support literature preservation.