A new helipad was inaugurated at Kedarnath Temple in 2025 to provide easy access for pilgrims, especially those with physical limitations. The government also increased helicopter frequency to reduce trekking time, making the temple more accessible for visitors.

The Affordable Housing for Migrants Scheme was launched in 2025 to provide affordable housing for migrants returning to Uttarakhand. The aim is to accommodate thousands of workers and families who had previously migrated to urban areas due to the lack of opportunities in their home regions.

The Van Panchayat Shakti Yojana is designed to empower community-managed forest institutions, or Van Panchayats, by providing training, financial support, and infrastructure. This initiative aims to promote sustainable livelihoods through forest-based resources while ensuring forest conservation.

The Hill Resorts Development Scheme aims to establish eco-friendly resorts in remote hilly areas to promote hill tourism, create employment, and reduce the migration of people from these areas. The resorts will be built with modern facilities while preserving ecological balance.

In 2025, Valley of Flowers National Park was added to the UNESCO tentative list as a World Heritage site. This recognition aims to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable tourism. The park is home to a vast variety of endemic alpine flowers and endangered species.

Uttarakhand adapted the “Lakhpati Didi Yojana” to train rural women in entrepreneurship, digital skills, and micro-businesses. The goal is to empower at least one woman per SHG family to earn ₹1 lakh annually.

Corbett Tiger Reserve once again recorded the highest number of tigers among India’s national parks, with focused conservation programs, anti-poaching measures, and improved prey availability contributing to this success.

The 2025 education reform focused on digital transformation, aiming to implement smart classrooms in every government school by the end of the year. Tablets, e-content, and interactive learning tools are being provided under the policy.

The Tanakpur–Bageshwar Expressway is a strategic infrastructure project aimed at reducing travel time between Kumaon and Garhwal regions, boosting trade, tourism, and emergency connectivity in hilly terrain.

Dehradun was declared the first Science City of Uttarakhand due to the presence of institutions like IIRS, FRI, Wadia Institute, and Survey of India. The government aims to promote research and scientific temper among students and citizens.

The Mukhyamantri Saur Swarozgar Yojana supports unemployed youth and returning migrants by providing financial aid to set up solar energy-based self-employment units, such as solar pump installations and mini-grids.

The 2025 Khel Mahakumbh was inaugurated in Pithoragarh, focusing on promoting grassroots sports and youth engagement in remote hill districts. Thousands of students and athletes from across the state participate in this annual event.

The Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana was expanded to include cashless treatment for all residents up to ₹5 lakh, regardless of income level. Over 200 hospitals are empaneled under this scheme, which now covers 100% of the population.

The "One Forest One Village" program links each forest division with a nearby village to encourage sustainable tourism, forest conservation, and tribal livelihood. The program fosters community participation in eco-tourism and conservation.

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar took over as the Governor of Uttarakhand in 2025. He previously served as Governor of Himachal Pradesh and is known for his administrative acumen. The Governor plays a key constitutional role in the state.

In 2020, Gairsain, located between Kumaon and Garhwal regions, was declared the summer capital of Uttarakhand. The move was politically symbolic to address regional balance and promote development in interior hilly areas. Dehradun remains the winter capital.

The budget was presented in March 2025, outlining allocations for various sectors.

The government approved a draft law restricting land purchases by non-residents in most districts.

The Chief Minister announced plans to develop these corridors to boost religious tourism and enhance facilities for pilgrims.

Dehradun has been designated as Uttarakhand's first "Green City" under the Smart City Mission. This initiative focuses on sustainable urban development, including increased green cover, promotion of electric vehicles, and implementation of eco-friendly infrastructure to enhance the quality of life for residents.

Dr. Basanti Bisht, a celebrated folk singer from Uttarakhand and a Padma Shri awardee, was honored with the 'Lok Nirmala Samman 2025'. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to preserving and promoting folk traditions. The ceremony was held at the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi.

Nainital, a prominent hill station in Uttarakhand, has been equipped with the state's first landslide early warning system. This system is designed to monitor rainfall-induced landslides, providing timely alerts to mitigate disaster risks. The initiative is part of broader efforts to enhance disaster preparedness in the region

The 'Mahila Sarathi Yojana' is an initiative by the Uttarakhand government aimed at empowering women by facilitating self-employment opportunities. Under this scheme, women from economically weaker sections receive a 50% subsidy on the purchase of two-wheelers and four-wheelers. The remaining 50% is provided as a loan, enabling beneficiaries to start their own transport-related businesses.

Uttarakhand is reviving 400 kilometers of firebreaks, originally established during the British era, to prevent the spread of forest fires exacerbated by climate change.

The municipal elections in Uttarakhand were conducted on January 23, 2025, covering 11 municipal corporations, 43 municipal councils, and 46 nagar panchayats.

The doors of the Badrinath temple were opened on May 2, 2025, marking the commencement of the Chardham Yatra, with a large number of devotees participating in the pilgrimage.

The amendment aims to protect Uttarakhand's cultural heritage and environment by restricting indiscriminate land purchases by non-residents, especially in hilly districts.

On May 8, 2025, a helicopter carrying six passengers and its captain crashed near Ganganani in Uttarkashi district, resulting in six deaths and one severe injury. The cause of the crash is under investigation.