Dehradun: On the instructions of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, a system for evaluating and ranking the performance of districts based on the development goals identified under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has been started in the state. In the initial monthly ranking, Champawat district secured the first position.
The Chief Minister had instructed that districts be ranked based on SDG indicators to assess their performance on the development front. In compliance with this, the Centre for Public Policy and Good Governance (CPPGG) of the Planning Department has started district-wise ranking of identified indicators that can be monitored monthly, according to the SDG concept. For this, the CPPGG has collected data for a total of 39 indicators across 11 Sustainable Development Goals from April to October of this year and has released the first-ever ranking of districts based on these contemporary goals.
Based on the monthly ranking, Champawat district secured the first position with 96 points, Bageshwar district secured the second position with 94 points, and Nainital district secured the third position with 92 points. Amit Punetha, Special Officer of CPPGG, said that the districts lagging in the ranking are expected to achieve the targets set for all SDGs in the remaining period of the financial year. He informed that in addition to the 39 indicators identified for the ranking, other indicators may also be included in the future to monitor schemes in relation to contemporary goals as needed.
SDG Committed Efforts in Uttarakhand: A Distinct Identity at the National Level
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aimed at realizing the vision of a world free from poverty, hunger, disease, and deprivation by 2030, were adopted by 193 member states of the United Nations in September 2015. The SDGs have four main dimensions: social equity; inclusive economic growth; environmental protection; and peaceful and inclusive societies.
The state of Uttarakhand is making serious and effective efforts to achieve these ambitious goals. As a result, Uttarakhand has emerged as a leader in various development sectors and has created a distinct identity at the national level. In the SDG India Index 2023-24 released by NITI Aayog, Uttarakhand secured the first position, proving the effectiveness of its committed efforts towards sustainable development.
Identified Sustainable Development Goals
SDG No. 1: No Poverty
SDG No. 2: Zero Hunger
SDG No. 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG No. 4: Quality Education
SDG No. 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG No. 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG No. 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG No. 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG No. 10: Reduced Inequalities
SDG No. 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG No. 15: Life on Land
To rapidly achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in the state, an effective action plan has been created for better planning and successful implementation of schemes. This will enable us to improve the living standards of the common man and realize the vision of overall development of the state. In this regard, all departments and District Magistrates are expected to work towards achieving the defined SDG targets in a time-bound manner according to the prescribed standards. Congratulations to Champawat district, which secured the first position in the first district ranking, and to other districts that performed well. All districts should continue to strive for better performance. Special attention should be paid to the goals and indicators where we need improvement.
– Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister
