Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Pays Homage to Statehood Movement Martyrs on 26th Foundation Day

On the occasion of Uttarakhands 26th Foundation Day, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday paid floral tributes to the martyrs of the statehood movement at the Martyrs Memorial in Shaheed Sthal, situated within the Court Campus in Dehradun. Remembering those who laid down their lives for the creation of Uttarakhand, Dhami honoured the sacrifices made by the movements activists and reiterated his governments commitment to fulfilling their vision for the state.

On the occasion of our State Foundation Day, I offer my heartfelt respects to all the martyrs and activists who sacrificed their lives for Uttarakhands formation. We remain committed to building a state that lives up to the aspirations and dreams of those who fought for its creation, the Chief Minister said. Dhami also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, acknowledging his role in the formation of Uttarakhand during his tenure.

On this special occasion, I fondly remember Atal Bihari Vajpayee, under whose leadership as Prime Minister Uttarakhand came into existence. Our goal is to make Uttarakhand the best state in the country, he added. Uttarakhand celebrates its Foundation Day, popularly known as Uttarakhand Divas, every year on November 9. The state was established in 2000 as Indias 27th state after being separated from Uttar Pradesh.

Situated in the Himalayan region, Uttarakhand is predominantly mountainous and shares international borders with Tibet (China) to the north and Nepal to the east. Known as Devbhoomi, or the Land of Gods, the state is renowned for its religious significance, cultural heritage and natural beauty. Dhami said the Foundation Day serves as a reminder of the determination, sacrifices and dedication of the people who struggled for a separate state.

He urged citizens to protect Uttarakhands cultural identity, traditional values and natural resources while working collectively towards its development. On this auspicious occasion, let us pledge to preserve the rich culture, glorious traditions and natural heritage of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand and take the state towards greater development, progress and prosperity. Jai Hind! Jai Uttarakhand! he wrote.

The Chief Minister highlighted the contributions of different sections of society to Uttarakhands development. He described farmers, labourers, women, tribal communities and young people as the driving forces behind the states progress. Dhami praised farmers for their contribution to agriculture, workers for strengthening the foundation of development and women for preserving cultural values while moving towards economic independence. He also recognised tribal communities for safeguarding the states traditions and natural resources.

Highlighting the role of the younger generation, particularly Gen Z, he said young people were combining their cultural roots with modern technology and entrepreneurship to bring greater recognition to Uttarakhand at the national and international levels. Describing Uttarakhand as a sacred land associated with sages and saints, Dhami said its Sanatan traditions, folk culture, religious shrines, picturesque valleys and Himalayan landscapes form the foundation of its identity. He emphasised that protecting this cultural and natural heritage remains a key responsibility as the state moves forward on its development journey.

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