PM Modi encourages winter tourism, highlights growing footfall in Uttarakhand

November 30, 2025 6:43 PM

PM Modi encourages winter tourism, highlights growing footfall in Uttarakhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has significant potential to become a major destination for winter tourism and noted the rising popularity of Uttarakhand among travellers. He made the remarks during the 128th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. PM Modi said that several countries have built successful tourism models around winter sports and activities such as skiing, snowboarding, trekking and ice climbing. He added that India, with its diverse landscap...

51 lakh pilgrims completed Char Dham Yatra despite disruptions: Uttarakhand CM

November 25, 2025 3:56 PM

51 lakh pilgrims completed Char Dham Yatra despite disruptions: Uttarakhand CM

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said that the state successfully conducted the Char Dham Yatra for 51 lakh pilgrims this year, despite disruptions caused by natural disasters. Speaking to reporters after paying tributes on the 350th anniversary of the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, Dhami said authorities and stakeholders ensured smooth conduct of the pilgrimage despite the difficult circumstances. “This year’s Char Dham Yatra faced many challenges. Operations wer...

Uttarakhand CM condoles loss of five lives in Tehri Garhwal bus accident

November 24, 2025 8:08 PM

Uttarakhand CM condoles loss of five lives in Tehri Garhwal bus accident

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has expressed grief over the death of five passengers in a road accident in Tehri Garhwal district on Monday and wished a speedy recovery for those injured. According to an official statement, the Tehri District Control Room informed the SDRF Battalion Control Room that a bus had fallen nearly 70 metres into a gorge near Kunjapuri–Hindolakhal, under the jurisdiction of Narendra Nagar police station. Acting on the alert, five SDRF teams from Post ...

PM Modi unveils projects worth over Rs 8,140 crore as Uttarakhand marks 25 years of statehood

November 9, 2025 3:15 PM

PM Modi unveils projects worth over Rs 8,140 crore as Uttarakhand marks 25 years of statehood

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the Silver Jubilee celebrations marking 25 years of Uttarakhand’s formation in Dehradun. On the occasion, he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹8,140 crore spanning key sectors such as drinking water, irrigation, energy, education, sports, and urban development. Greeting the people of “Devbhoomi Uttarakhand”, the Prime Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations and paid tribute to those wh...

PM Modi, President Murmu extend greetings on 25th anniversary of Uttarakhand’s formation

November 9, 2025 11:42 AM

PM Modi, President Murmu extend greetings on 25th anniversary of Uttarakhand’s formation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the 25th anniversary of the state’s formation, lauding its progress and contribution to India’s spiritual and cultural heritage. Uttarakhand, often referred to as Devbhoomi (the land of Gods), was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on November 9, 2000, becoming the 27th state of India. The day marks a milestone in the state’s journey from a people’s movement to a model of bala...

President Murmu attends Kumaun University convocation, urges students to dedicate education to nation-building

November 4, 2025 2:04 PM

President Murmu attends Kumaun University convocation, urges students to dedicate education to nation-building

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday attended the 20th convocation ceremony of Kumaun University in Nainital, Uttarakhand, where she called upon students to use their education for the betterment of society and the nation. Addressing the gathering, the President said education is the foundation of national development and must not only enhance intellect and skills but also build moral strength and character. “Education not only makes us self-reliant but also teaches us humility and the importa...

President Murmu addresses Uttarakhand Assembly on silver jubilee of state’s formation

November 3, 2025 2:21 PM

President Murmu addresses Uttarakhand Assembly on silver jubilee of state’s formation

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday addressed a special session of the Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly in Dehradun on the occasion of the silver jubilee of the state’s formation, lauding its progress in human development, governance, and women empowerment over the past 25 years. In her address, President Murmu described legislative assemblies as a key pillar of India’s parliamentary democracy, emphasizing that constant public accountability is both its greatest strength and challenge. “Le...

President Murmu urges students to uphold India’s knowledge traditions at University of Patanjali convocation

November 2, 2025 1:55 PM

President Murmu urges students to uphold India’s knowledge traditions at University of Patanjali convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday attended the second convocation ceremony of the University of Patanjali in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, where she lauded the institution’s efforts in promoting India’s ancient knowledge systems through modern education. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu highlighted India’s rich spiritual and intellectual heritage, noting that great personalities such as Maharishi Patanjali made invaluable contributions to human civilization. “Maharishi Patanjali, the...

Wildlife Week 2025: Bhupender Yadav launches five national projects on species conservation

October 6, 2025 9:51 PM

Wildlife Week 2025: Bhupender Yadav launches five national projects on species conservation

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav presided over the Wildlife Week 2025 celebrations held at the historic Hari Singh Auditorium, Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA), Forest Research Institute (FRI) Campus, Dehradun. The event, themed “Human–Wildlife Coexistence,” brought together senior government officials, forest officers, conservation experts, scientists, students, and representatives from various environmental institutions. Organized by...

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

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...