Non-resident Uttarakhandis have selected villages under the 'Adopt a Village' programme and provided development plans to the state government. The initiative aims for holistic village development through the expertise, experience, and financial support of Uttarakhandis abroad, focusing on areas like education, skill training, and local economic development.
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