India, Jan. 12 -- The Uttarakhand government has approved financial allocations totalling Rs.227.73 crore for a range of development projects across the state, alongside clearing an increase in dearness allowance (DA) for employees of two autonomous institutions drawing salaries under the Seventh Pay Commission.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami accorded approval for Rs.59.11 crore for redevelopment works in the Rodi Belwala area under the Haridwar Ganga Corridor project. The project is part of the state government's ongoing efforts to improve riverfront infrastructure and associated urban facilities in Haridwar, which is a major religious and tourist centre.

In a separate decision, the Chief Minister approved the release o...