Talking to the media here, Priyanka Gandhi also took potshots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his frequent "insult" jibes at the Congress, saying he should start an "apmaan mantralaya".
The event will celebrate the historical and cultural significance of Vande Mataram, written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1875, which became a symbol of India's freedom movement and continues to evoke deep patriotic fervour across the nation.
Speaking to the media, CM Dhami said that this year holds special significance as it marks the 25th anniversary of Uttarakhand's formation on November 9, 2000. He highlighted the role of the state's diaspora in contributing to its development and preserving cultural identity.
Several leaders, including Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Umang Singhar, Senior Congress leader and Arun Singh's son Ajay Singh and many others were also present on the occasion.
In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Heartiest greetings of Kartik Purnima and Dev Deepavali to all family members across the country. May this divine occasion, connected to Indian culture and spirituality, bring happiness, peace, health, and prosperity to everyone. May our sacred tradition as
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on frequent talks between President Donald Trump and himself regarding a trade deal. Ramesh questioned why PM Modi is hesitant to acknowledge these conversations, which were revealed by Whit
Sharda Sinha, known for her melodious voice and timeless Chhath songs, was a household name in Bihar and across India. Her music, rooted in the folk traditions of the state, played a major role in popularising Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Magahi songs across generations.
Sharda Sinha, who was known as the "Bihar Kokila" for her melodious renditions of folk music by millions of her admirers, passed away on the evening of November 5.
Devotees in large numbers gathered at Puri's historic Narendra Pokhari to participate in the traditional Boit Vandana (boat festival) celebrations marking Kartik Purnima on Wednesday.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta held a roadshow in Siwan ahead of polling for the Bihar Assembly elections and campaigned for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Indradev Singh on Tuesday.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday attacked the ruling NDA in poll-bound Bihar, stating that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was just the mask of the government while the actual control was with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday interacted with the head of the Syro-Malabar Church, Major Archbishop His Beatitude Most Rev. Mar Raphael Thattil, His Grace Archbishop Dr. Kuriakose Bharanikulangara and others.