Dehradun, Nov 8 (PTI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday announced an increase in the pension for activists who fought for the creation of the state.

He also revealed plans to name key infrastructure facilities in their areas after those who lost their lives during the movement.

Dhami made the announcements at a programme held in Dehradun, a day before the state's 25th Foundation Day.

The chief minister stated that the pension for statehood activists who spent at least seven days in jail or were injured during the movement will be increased from Rs 6,000 per month to Rs 7,000 per month.

Dhami also announced a hike in the pension for other activists from Rs 4,500 per month to Rs 5,500 per month.

In addition, he said that the pension for activists who were injure

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