Pushkar Singh Dhami

October 10, 2026 11:27 AM

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Performs Tarpan on Pitru Visarjan Amavasya

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday performed Tarpan to pay homage to his ancestors on the occasion of Pitru Visarjan Amavasya, marking the concluding day of Pitru Paksha. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, Dhami said that ancestors form the foundation of society’s roots, values and traditions, adding that expressing reverence and gratitude towards them is an integral part of Sanatan tradition. “Ancestors are the foundation of our roots, values and t...

October 8, 2026 9:14 PM

PM Modi Shares Articles on India’s Blue Economy, Growing Space Capabilities and Uttarakhand’s Development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared articles highlighting India’s emerging Blue Economy, the country’s growing self-reliance and technological capabilities in the space sector, and the accelerated development journey of Uttarakhand. The Prime Minister shared an article by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, which highlights India’s Blue Economy as a pathway to prosperity, sustainability and national st...

September 14, 2026 12:00 PM

Hindi is a powerful expression of national unity: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday extended his greetings and best wishes to Hindi lovers and the people of the state on ‘Hindi Diwas’, describing Hindi as a powerful expression of cultural consciousness and national unity. He called for its wider use and enrichment. Taking to X, CM Adityanath said: “Heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Hindi lovers and the people of the state on the occasion of Hindi Diwas. Hindi is a powerful expression of our ...

August 14, 2026 12:43 PM

CM Dhami takes stock of rescue operations after tunnel tragedy in Chamoli

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday visited the Pipalkoti area in Chamoli district to take stock of the ongoing relief and rescue operations at an under-construction tunnel of a hydroelectric project, where seven workers were killed after water and debris suddenly gushed into the tunnel on Thursday evening. The incident occurred at the Tail Race Tunnel (TRT) of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project, being built by THDC India Ltd. According to officials, landslides ...

July 14, 2026 1:38 PM

Uttarakhand CM flags off special train to Veraval on ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday flagged off a special train from Harrawala Railway Station in Dehradun to Veraval (Somnath) on the occasion of the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv'. Extending his best wishes to the devotees, the Chief Minister said the journey is not merely a religious pilgrimage but also a powerful means of connecting people with the nation's pride, cultural consciousness, and Sanatan traditions. CM Dhami expressed happiness that nearly 700 devotees from diffe...

March 27, 2026 3:40 PM

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets PM Modi, discusses key infrastructure and development projects

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital, where the two leaders discussed a wide range of development initiatives and infrastructure projects in the state. During the meeting, Dhami expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the Centre’s continued support and guidance, noting that Uttarakhand is achieving new milestones in development with central assistance. Invitation to PM, Push for Major Project Launches CM Offi...

March 14, 2026 1:55 PM

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrates ‘Phool Dei’ festival at his residence

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated the traditional folk festival Phool Dei with hi family at the Chief Minister’s residence on Saturday and extended his greetings and best wishes to the people of the state. His wife, Geeta Pushkar Dhami, was also present on the occasion. The festival was celebrated with great enthusiasm in accordance with traditional customs. Children dressed in traditional attire placed flowers and rice on the doorstep and prayed for the happiness and ...

November 24, 2025 5:51 PM

Veteran actor Dharmendra passes away at 89; leaders pay tribute

Condolences poured in from political leaders on Monday following the demise of veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra. The 89-year-old actor passed away at his residence in Mumbai after a prolonged period of ill health. His final rites were conducted at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Vile Parle, with several members of the film fraternity in attendance. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi described Dharmendra’s demise as “heartbreaking” and an “irreparable loss” to Indian ci...

October 7, 2025 11:16 AM

Uttarakhand: Governor approves Minority Education Bill, Madrasas to affiliate with State Board

Uttarakhand Governor Lt General Gurmit Singh (Retd) on Monday approved the Uttarakhand Minority Education Bill, 2025. According to the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Office (CMO), once implemented, the move will abolish the Madrasa Board, and all madrasas operating in the state will be required to obtain recognition from the Uttarakhand Minority Education Authority and seek affiliation with the Uttarakhand Board of School Education. With this Bill, Uttarakhand will become the first state in Indi...

September 18, 2025 11:27 AM

Chamoli cloudburst: Uttarakhand CM monitoring situation; rescue operations hampered by rain

The death toll in the aftermath of the cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district is feared to rise as the number of missing people climbed to 10 on Thursday. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep concern over the disaster in Nanda Nagar and said he is personally monitoring the situation, remaining in constant contact with local authorities. The cloudburst, triggered by torrential rain late Wednesday night, caused heavy debris flow in Kuntari Lagafali and Dhurma villages of Nand...