Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulated residents as the state marked its formation anniversary.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on Monday to mark the state's Foundation Day. According to Telangana Today, the Prime Minister described the state as a divine land possessing spiritual consciousness, sacred rivers, and the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
The Prime Minister noted that the hard work and progressive outlook of the people have helped the state reach new heights in various sectors. He expressed confidence that Uttarakhand would continue to advance rapidly on its path of progress.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami credited the development momentum of the state to the Prime Minister's faith in the people of Uttarakhand. According to ANI, Dhami also paid floral tributes at the Martyrs' Memorial at Shaheed Sthal in the Dehradun Court Campus.
In a video message, the Chief Minister identified farmers, workers, women, tribal communities, and the youth as the primary drivers of the state's development. He called on citizens to pledge to protect the natural heritage and traditions of the region.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also shared greetings on social media, praising the state's folk culture and tradition of valour. He stated that the state is setting new benchmarks for progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Dhami.
Uttarakhand was formed in 2000 as the 27th state of India after being carved out of Uttar Pradesh. The state, which has Dehradun as its capital, is situated in the Himalayan region.
