Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 9 Nov: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated Diwali with his family at his residence yesterday. Besides this, he also visited and greeted Army personnel in Garhi Cantonment, extending festive wishes and expressing gratitude for their service to the nation.
Dhami marked the festival of lights with his wife Geeta Dhami and their two sons at the official residence, where the family lit lamps and celebrated the occasion with traditional fervour. Extending Diwali greetings to the people of Uttarakhand, the CM said that the festival symbolises not only light but also India’s rich cultural heritage, family values, mutual affection, social harmony and unity. He said Diwali inspires people to embrace positivity, service, cooperation and humanity in their lives.
Wishing peace, prosperity and happiness for every family in the state, Dhami said Uttarakhand should continue to set new benchmarks in development and progress while ensuring a secure and prosperous future for all its citizens.
Besides this, while returning to the Chief Minister’s residence, Dhami stopped his convoy after noticing Army personnel in the Garhi Cantonment area and interacted with them yesterday. He enquired about their well-being, conveyed Diwali greetings and shared sweets with the soldiers.
The CM said that the country’s brave soldiers protect the nation’s borders and safeguard its unity with unwavering dedication, courage and commitment. It is because of their constant vigilance and sacrifice, he said, that citizens are able to celebrate festivals in a safe and secure environment.
Describing the armed forces as a source of inspiration, Dhami said that the soldiers often remain away from their families during festivals while performing their duties in service of the nation. Their discipline, sacrifice and devotion to duty deserve the respect and gratitude of every citizen, he added. The CM said that Uttarakhand, known as Veerbhoomi, has a proud tradition of serving in the Armed Forces, and every resident of the state takes pride in its soldiers and their families.
