CM Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the Dehradun Literature Festival held at Doon International School on Mohini Road.

On Saturday, Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami attended the Dehradun Literature Festival organized at Doon International School on Mohini Road. On this occasion, he released the book Leading Ladies of India, authored by Venu Agrahara Dhingra.

The Chief Minister said that literature is a powerful medium for expressing emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Literature also plays an important role in enhancing social and cultural awareness. He expressed hope that the book Leading Ladies of India would inspire readers, especially women, to move forward.

The Chief Minister stated that under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, continuous efforts are being made by the state government for women’s empowerment. The demand for products made by women’s self-help groups in the state is steadily increasing. The government is running numerous schemes to make women self-reliant. He added that the empowerment of women is essential for the overall development of society. Today, daughters are performing commendably in every field.

He said that the soul of Uttarakhand lies in its culture. The government is consistently working to preserve the culture and traditions of the state. The Chief Minister also mentioned that for the past two years, the state has been organizing the Pravasi Uttarakhandi Sammelan. Its main objective is to keep people connected to their roots. After the organization of these conventions, many migrants have expressed their desire to contribute to the development of their native villages as well as the state.

On this occasion, Smt. Geeta Pushkar Dhami, Principal Secretary Shri R.K. Sudhanshu, founder of Doon International School Group Shri D.S. Mann, and other dignitaries were present.

— Department of Information & Public Relations