India, July 21 -- The Uttarakhand government on Tuesday launched four infrastructure projects worth about Rs.235 crore under the Haridwar Ganga Corridor, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami saying the initiative is aimed at improving pilgrim facilities, strengthening civic infrastructure and preparing Haridwar for Mahakumbh 2027. The projects include redevelopment of Har Ki Pauri and adjoining ghats, expansion of public infrastructure, modernisation of traffic corridors and improvement of civic amenities across key religious locations.

The projects, being implemented by the Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructure Development Board (UIIDB), are expected to benefit pilgrims visiting throughout the year, including during the Kanwar Ya...