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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has declared that the Himalayas represent our identity, culture, and lifeline. He emphasized that protecting these mountains from climate change impacts is everyone's collective responsibility. The CM highlighted how environmental conservation is deeply rooted in Uttarakhand's traditions, reflected in festivals like Harela. He called for integrated action and social awareness to address ongoing environmental challenges affecting the Himalayan region.

Key Points: Pushkar Singh Dhami Says Himalayas Are Identity Culture Lifeline

  • Himalayas impact India and global populations requiring climate protection
  • Social development must balance ecology and economy in Himalayan regions
  • Preserving Himalayan beauty and biodiversity is a shared generational duty
  • Environmental conservation is ingrained in Uttarakhand culture through festivals like Harela
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Himalayas are our identity, culture, lifeline: Uttarakhand CM

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasizes collective responsibility to protect the Himalayas from climate change, calling them our identity, culture, and lifeline.

"The Himalayas are our identity, culture, and lifeline - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, September 9

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasised the need for collective efforts to protect the Himalayas, stating that the Himalayas are our identity, culture, and lifeline, said a release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) on Tuesday.

He said that the Himalayas impact not only India but also a large population across the world, and it is everyone's responsibility to safeguard them from the effects of climate change.

According to a statement by the CMO, extending his best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Himalaya Day on Monday, the Chief Minister said that in view of the need for social development in Himalayan regions, we must work in harmony with both ecology and economy.

Preserving the beauty and biodiversity of the Himalayas for future generations is our shared responsibility. Since the Himalayas are closely linked to our lives, their protection is a duty for all of us, he said.

The Chief Minister further said that environmental conservation is deeply ingrained in the people of Uttarakhand. Festivals like Harela reflect the far-sighted vision of our ancestors to stay connected with nature.

Highlighting the ongoing environmental changes, global warming, and issues related to water, forests, and land, he stressed the need for integrated reflection and action. He added that only through social awareness and collective efforts can we contribute meaningfully towards addressing these challenges, the CMO said.

Meanwhile, on Monday, he also participated in the Prabuddhjan Sammelan (Intellectuals' Conference) held in Kashipur, where he engaged in dialogue with distinguished citizens from various fields and said that meaningful dialogue with intellectuals today would further strengthen the collective resolve for Uttarakhand's development.

During the event, he shared in detail the welfare-oriented schemes, developmental works, and ongoing efforts of the state government to make Uttarakhand one of the leading states in the country, according to the statement from the CMO.

- ANI

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Priya S
Beautiful words, but we need concrete action. The rampant construction and tourism pressure in hill stations is causing irreversible damage. Hope the government backs these statements with strict environmental policies.
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Aman W
The mention of Harela festival shows how deeply environmental consciousness is woven into our culture. We need to revive these traditional practices that taught us to live in harmony with nature.
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Sarah B
Visiting Uttarakhand last year changed my perspective completely. The Himalayas are indeed a global treasure. Climate change affects us all - international cooperation is crucial to protect these majestic mountains.
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Vikram M
Development and ecology must go hand in hand. The Char Dham project and other infrastructure developments should not come at the cost of environmental degradation. Hope the government finds the right balance.
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Nisha Z
Every Indian should feel responsible for protecting the Himalayas. They are the source of our major rivers and influence our monsoon patterns. Small actions in cities also impact these distant mountains. 🌄

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