Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets Bhagat Singh Koshyari to congratulate him on Padma Bhushan
Dehradun, May 31
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday visited the residence of former Uttarakhand CM and former Governor of Maharashtra, Bhagat Singh Koshyari, to congratulate him on being conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honours, by the Government of India.
The Chief Minister said that the conferment of the Padma Bhushan on Bhagat Singh Koshyari is a matter of pride not only for Uttarakhand but for the entire nation. He noted that the award is a national recognition of Koshyari's decades-long contribution to public life, nation-building, social welfare, and his unwavering commitment to public service.
Dhami highlighted that throughout his political and public career, Koshyari has consistently placed public welfare, simplicity, and national interest above all else. "From his significant role in the Uttarakhand statehood movement to his contributions toward the development of the state and the nation, his service has been exemplary," he said.
The Chief Minister added that the ideals established by Koshyari as a public representative, Chief Minister, Member of Parliament, Governor, and social worker continue to inspire future generations.
Describing his life as a remarkable example of struggle, service, and dedication, Dhami said that Koshyari has played a vital role in strengthening Uttarakhand's cultural identity, social consciousness, and developmental progress. "His experience, guidance, and commitment to the nation will continue to inspire society for years to come," CM Dhami said.
Earlier on Saturday, CM Dhami said higher education is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but the foundation for building a developed, self-reliant and prosperous India.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, while addressing a symposium on the theme "The Importance of Higher Education in Building Viksit Bharat 2047" at Shivalik College of Engineering, Dehradun, on Saturday, said that higher education is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but the foundation for building a developed, self-reliant, and prosperous India.
He stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, unprecedented transformations have taken place in the fields of education, innovation, research, and skill development, which will play a crucial role in realising the vision of making India a developed nation by 2047.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It’s good to see Padma Bhushan going to someone who actually spent decades in public service, not just recent politics. Koshyari ji was a key figure in the Uttarakhand movement, and his simplicity is well known. However, I was a bit surprised because lately, his role as Governor of Maharashtra had some controversies. Still, an inspiring story overall.
Congratulations to Koshyari ji! It's a proud moment for all of us from Uttarakhand. The statehood movement was a long struggle, and he was one of the pillars. But honestly, I wish the CM had also focused on actual development in the state instead of just giving speeches about higher education and Viksit Bharat. Actions speak louder than words. 🤷♀️
Very happy for him! Padma Bhushan is well-deserved. The article perfectly captures his contributions from the statehood movement to governance. I specially appreciate his emphasis on simplicity—that's rare in politicians these days. However, the second part of the article about higher education felt disconnected from the main news. Could have been a separate post.
A great honour indeed. Koshyari ji has always maintained a clean image and worked for the people. But I find it ironic that the same CM who is praising him now was not even in power during the statehood struggle. Politics mein itna adjustment nahi hona chahiye. Still, good news for Uttarakhand. 🇮🇳
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