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CM Dhami Champions Uttarakhand Culture at Delhi Mahotsav, Visits Harish Rawat

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will participate in the Uttarakhand Mahotsav in Delhi to showcase the state's rich cultural heritage on a national platform. Under his leadership, significant efforts have been made to establish Uttarakhand as a cultural brand and revive traditional festivals like Harela and Phooldei. The initiatives are also aimed at strengthening reverse migration and connecting the youth and migrants with their native state. In a separate gesture, Dhami recently visited former CM Harish Rawat, presenting him with rice from his own field as a symbol of Uttarakhand's agricultural traditions.

Key Points: Pushkar Dhami at Uttarakhand Mahotsav, Visits Harish Rawat

  • Showcasing folk culture & heritage
  • Promoting reverse migration
  • Reviving traditional festivals
  • Strengthening cultural brand identity
  • Fostering agricultural traditions
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Pushkar Singh Dhami to participate in 'Uttarakhand Mahotsav Rohini Season-02' in Delhi

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami to showcase state's folk culture in Delhi festival, promotes reverse migration and cultural brand identity.

"Uttarakhand's culture has gained a renewed identity - Official Release"

Dehradun, January 30

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will participate in the "Uttarakhand Mahotsav Rohini Season-02" being held in New Delhi on Saturday.

The festival is being organised by the Uttarakhand Sanstha (Pahad Ki Sanskriti, Pahad Ki Shaan) with the objective of showcasing the state's rich folk culture, traditions, and heritage on national and global platforms, according to a release.

Under the leadership of CM Dhami, Uttarakhand's culture has gained a renewed identity, and significant efforts have been made to establish the state as a cultural brand. His initiatives have also given fresh momentum to reverse migration, strengthening the emotional and practical connection of youth and migrants with their native state.

The Chief Minister is not only serving as the head of the state administration but is also actively promoting Uttarakhand's folk culture and traditions across the country as its brand ambassador. Through various events organised in Delhi and other states, Uttarakhand's cultural identity has been taken to new heights.

Under his leadership, traditional festivals of the state have also received renewed recognition. Folk festivals such as Harela, Igaas, and Phooldei, which were once celebrated on a limited scale, are now being observed widely with enthusiasm and pride. This has strengthened cultural awareness and created a strong medium to pass on the state's traditions to future generations, the release said.

Through "Uttarakhand Mahotsav Rohini Season-02," the state's cultural heritage, folk art, music, handicrafts, and traditional cuisine will be showcased on a single platform, further reinforcing Uttarakhand's identity in the national capital. Dhami on Friday paid a courtesy visit to former Chief Minister of the state and senior leader Harish Rawat at his residence in Defence Colony, Dehradun.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister enquired about Rawat's well-being and wished him good health and a long life. As a gesture of warmth and goodwill, the Chief Minister presented rice cultivated in his own field to Harish Rawat. He stated that the gift symbolises Uttarakhand's agricultural traditions, the hard work of farmers, and respect for local produce.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Promoting folk festivals like Harela and Phooldei is a great step. But I hope this isn't just a show in Delhi. Equal focus and funds are needed to preserve these traditions in the remote villages where they actually originated.
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David E
As someone who visited Uttarakhand last year, the culture and landscapes are breathtaking. Showcasing this heritage in the capital is a fantastic idea for tourism. I hope they bring the delicious pahadi food too!
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Priyanka N
The gesture of gifting rice from his own field to Harish Rawat is deeply meaningful. It shows respect for our farmers and our land. This is the kind of symbolism that resonates with people. More power to such initiatives.
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Karthik V
Good to see focus on reverse migration. If the state can create opportunities and a strong cultural identity, maybe our young people won't have to leave for Delhi or Bangalore in the first place. That's the real goal.
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Sarah B
Cultural festivals are a beautiful way to build bridges. I live in Delhi and would love to attend this Mahotsav to learn more about Uttarakhand's traditions. It's important for a diverse country like India to celebrate each state's unique heritage.

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