More than 1.5 lakh applications have been received in four months after the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami informed that applications have come from 98 percent of the villages, which shows widespread support for UCC. The state has developed a portal and mobile app to make UCC accessible.
Following the introduction of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, the number of registrations has surged significantly. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that since its commencement on January 27, 2025, the state has received over 150,000 applications via the UCC portal.
In merely four months, over 150,000 applications have been submitted from approximately 98% of villages throughout the state, demonstrating significant public backing for UCC. Chief Minister Dhami stated that a strong framework has been established for UCC implementation. A specialized portal and mobile application have been created to enhance accessibility and user-friendliness for the public. Additionally, over 14,000 Common Service Centres (CSCs) at the village level have been integrated into the system.
Expressed gratitude to PM Narendra Modi
Chief Minister Dhami announced the introduction of an auto-escalation and grievance resolution system to tackle issues encountered during registration. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their guidance and support in the successful implementation of the UCC. He stated that the Prime Minister's leadership and vision led to the inclusion of the UCC implementation in the 2022 Assembly Election Manifesto, contingent on receiving the mandate. CM Dhami mentioned that following the electoral victory, efforts to implement the UCC commenced immediately. On May 27, 2022, a committee was formed under the leadership of Justice Ranjana Desai, and the UCC Bill was drafted.
When was the UCC passed?
The state government approved the Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly on February 7, 2024, and forwarded it to President Droupadi Murmu, who subsequently gave her approval on March 11, 2024. Following the completion of required rules and procedures, the UCC was officially enacted throughout Uttarakhand on January 27, 2025. This made Uttarakhand the first state in India to effectively embody the essence of Article 44 of the Constitution by implementing the Uniform Civil Code.