CM Dhami Celebrates Janmashtami, Promotes Cultural Heritage in Uttarakhand

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated Janmashtami in Gangolihat, Pithoragarh, focusing on preserving cultural heritage and reviving religious sites. He attended the Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2024, organized community meals, and visited the Maa Hatkalika Temple, sharing moments on social media to emphasize cultural significance and the state's development initiatives.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 26-08-2024 23:45 IST | Created: 26-08-2024 23:45 IST
CM Dhami Celebrates Janmashtami, Promotes Cultural Heritage in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. (Photo/ X @pushkardhami). Image Credit: ANI
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On the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the closing ceremony of the Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2024 in Gangolihat, Pithoragarh. Dhami reaffirmed his government's dedication to reviving religious sites and preserving cultural heritage. He shared pictures of the event on social media platform X, expressing his joy over the folk performances.

In another post, the Chief Minister highlighted the state's commitment to restoring religious sites under the Manaskhand Mandirmala Mission and the systematic development of Shri Badrinath and Shri Kedarnath Dham according to a master plan. Dhami also participated in the main programme and cultural evening of Janmashtami organized at the Dehradun Police Lines.

In Gangolihat, Dhami joined a community meal with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) officials, workers, and senior citizens during a 'Tiffin Baithak,' emphasizing the cultural significance of such meals in fostering goodwill and cooperation. He also visited the Maa Hatkalika Temple, offering prayers for the happiness and prosperity of the state's people, and shared these moments on X.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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