Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 9 Nov: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today paid floral tributes to the martyrs of the Uttarakhand statehood movement at the Shaheed Smarak in the Dehradun Collectorate complex on the occasion of Uttarakhand Statehood Day. Remembering those who laid down their lives for the creation of a separate Uttarakhand state, he paid homage to their sacrifice and recalled their invaluable contribution to the movement.
Dhami said that the formation of Uttarakhand had been the outcome of the long struggle, sacrifice and determination of the people. He recalled that the women, youth, students, ex-servicemen and members of all sections of society played a significant role in the statehood movement. It was through their collective efforts and resolve that the dream of a separate Uttarakhand became a reality. He said the contribution of the martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice for the creation of the state would always remain unforgettable.
The CM claimed that Uttarakhand is now moving towards new heights of development after completing 26 years of its formation. Over the years, the state has overcome numerous challenges and achieved significant milestones across various sectors. He said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expansion of road, rail, healthcare, education, tourism and other infrastructure facilities has gained fresh momentum in the state.
Dhami also claimed that the state government is continuously working to make Uttarakhand a prosperous, strong and self-reliant state in line with the aspirations and sentiments of the statehood movement. Ensuring that the benefits of development reach remote and mountainous regions, creating more employment opportunities for youth and curbing migration remain among the government’s key priorities, he added.
He said Statehood Day not only reminds people of the glorious struggle and sacrifices behind the formation of Uttarakhand but also inspires them to further strengthen their resolve towards building a developed Uttarakhand. Preserving the state’s rich cultural heritage and unique identity while establishing Uttarakhand among the leading states of the country remains the government’s objective, he said.
Cabinet Minister Khajan Das, Secretary Yugal Kishore Pant, Dehradun District Magistrate Dr Ashish Chauhan and SSP Pramendra Dobhal were also present on the occasion.
