Governor releases books on CM Dhami’s life
Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 27 Nov: Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) today released two books centred on the personality and accomplishments of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, authored by young writer Sambhavana Pant. The books titled ‘Pushkar Dhami: Himalaya Ki Jeevant Ushma’ (in Hindi and English) and ‘Pushkar Dhami: The Vibrant Heat of the Himalayas’ have been published by Prabhat Publications and Rupa Publications. Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were Acharya Pramod Krishnam of Kalki Peethadhishwar, Sambhal, Swami Chidanand Saraswati of Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, and former Governor of Maharashtra and former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Bhagat Singh Koshyari.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor praised the author, describing daughters as embodiments of divinity and commending her literary talent, noting that the author had lived up to her name, Sambhavana, which signifies possibility.
Singh also noted that the books skilfully portray the shaping of Pushkar from a childhood marked by the hardships of hill life, drawing inspiration from his grandfather Khem Singh’s ideals, imbibing humility and grace from his mother and emulating the discipline and dedication of his soldier father. Singh also reflected on the significant achievements of Chief Minister Dhami’s leadership, acknowledging Uttarakhand’s progress across several sectors in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. He highlighted the CM’s ability to lead from the front, especially during disasters in Silkyara, Joshimath, and the stretch from Dharali to Tharali, where he personally met affected families and attempted to resolve their issues. The Governor further commended the CM’s firm decisions on strengthening law and order and the successful organisation of several national and international events in Uttarakhand under his administration. The book, he observed, pays tribute to Dhami’s discipline, humility, and compassion.
Dhami, addressing the gathering on this occasion, reminisced about his childhood in the hills, recalling rugged trails, makeshift carts, and his mother’s struggles as the wife of an army man enduring the challenges of hill life. He said he never imagined achieving such a position but was always propelled by a vibrant energy to serve society. He extended gratitude to all present, including the author and publishers.
Swami Chidanand Saraswati of Parmarth Niketan Rishikesh noted that the work being carried out under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership to strengthen India’s unity, cultural heritage, and inclusive development, especially for youth and women, is reflected in the efforts being led by CM Dhami in Uttarakhand. Acharya Pramod Krishnam of Kalki Peeth also praised the CM’s sense of duty and added that Dhami acts in harmony with social, national, and contemporary realities, and also lauded Sambhavana Pant for her literary contribution.
Author Sambhavana Pant said the book captures the CM’s personal qualities, conduct, and visionary approach and highlights the struggles of his family, his grandfather, father, and mother, which have shaped him. She said the narrative spans Dhami’s youth to his rise as the top public servant of the state, reflecting his leadership, determination, humility, and dedication, and dedicated the book to all dignitaries, esteemed guests, and members of the public present.
Among those also present at the event were Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi, Rajya Sabha MP Naresh Bansal, MP Kalpana Saini, MLAs Savita Kapoor and Brijbhushan Gairola, Padma Shri awardee Basanti Bisht, Kishan Giri Maharaj of Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, along with several senior public representatives, officials, and citizens.
