Dehradun, November 2026: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday paid floral tributes to the martyrs of the statehood movement at the Shaheed Smarak (Martyrs' Memorial) in the Collectorate परिसर in Dehradun on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day.
The Chief Minister paid homage to those who sacrificed their lives for the creation of a separate Uttarakhand state and remembered their struggle and sacrifice.
Dhami said the formation of Uttarakhand was the result of the prolonged struggle, sacrifices and determination of the people who participated in the statehood movement. Women, youth, students, ex-servicemen and people from all sections of society had played an important role in the movement.
He said the collective struggle and resolve of the people had made the dream of a separate Uttarakhand a reality. The contribution of those who made the supreme sacrifice for the creation of the state, he added, would always remain unforgettable.
The Chief Minister said Uttarakhand had completed 26 years since its formation and was now moving towards new heights of development. During this period, the state had overcome several challenges and achieved significant progress across various sectors.
Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the expansion of road and rail connectivity, healthcare, education, tourism and basic infrastructure had gained fresh momentum, he said.
Dhami added that the state government was continuously working to build a prosperous, empowered and self-reliant Uttarakhand in accordance with the aspirations and sentiments of the statehood activists.
Ensuring that the benefits of development reach remote and mountainous regions, creating more employment opportunities for young people and preventing migration from the hills are among the government's key priorities, he said.
The Chief Minister observed that State Foundation Day was an occasion to remember the state's proud struggle and sacrifices while renewing the commitment to building a developed Uttarakhand.
He said the government's goal was to establish Uttarakhand among the country's leading states while preserving its rich cultural heritage and distinct identity.
Building Uttarakhand in accordance with the dreams of the martyrs and activists of the statehood movement, he added, would be the true tribute to them.
Cabinet Minister Khajan Das, Secretary Yugal Kishore Pant, Dehradun District Magistrate Dr Ashish Chauhan and Senior Superintendent of Police Premendra Dobhal were present on the occasion.
