Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted the state government's commitment to reconstruction and redevelopment of Kedarnath Dham as the temple closed for winter season on Sunday.
The primary focus of Ganga Utsav 2024 is to foster a connection with the Ganga, promote conservation, and emphasize the river's cultural and spiritual significance, said a press statement by NMCG.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the renovation and beautification works of Maa Purnagiri temple in Nagla Tarai village in Khatima.
During his visit, Dhami said that under the able leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi the state government is committed to the all-round development of Kedarnath Dham.
The centuries-old tradition of stone-pelting, performed to appease Goddess Kali in Dhami village of Himachal Pradesh clung to its unique past to celebrate the "Stone-Pelting Fair."
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami praised the arrangements made for the Char Dham Yatra by the state's administration, claiming that this year's Kedarnath Dham has set a new record of receiving devotees this year.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated Diwali by reaching among the soldiers of Garhwal Rifles and their families in Lansdowne, Pauri. On this occasion, the CM expressed his gratitude towards the dedication of the brave soldiers and saluted their bravery and sacrifice.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Thursday that this year's Diwali is special because, "after many years, this is the first occasion on Diwali when Lord Shri Ram is seated in his palace".