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Politics
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrates Diwali with troops, hands out sweets personally
✍️ Asianet News Hindi
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 04:19 AM
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited army personnel in Uttarakhand on Diwali, distributing sweets by hand. The gesture was aimed at boosting morale among the troops.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami arrived at a military camp in Uttarakhand on the evening of Diwali to meet the soldiers stationed there. Dressed in traditional attire, he greeted the troops and took part in the ceremonial lighting of lamps.
During the brief interaction, the CM personally handed out sweets to the personnel, emphasizing the government's appreciation for their service. He also conveyed festive wishes and thanked the soldiers for their dedication in safeguarding the state.
The visit, covered by local media, highlighted the administration's effort to maintain a close rapport with the armed forces during the national festival. Officials said the event was part of a broader outreach program aimed at boosting morale among defence personnel.
No injuries or incidents were reported, and the ceremony concluded with a short cultural program featuring a bhajan performance.
The CM's presence was welcomed by the troops, who expressed gratitude for the personal touch of the leader during the celebrations.
During the brief interaction, the CM personally handed out sweets to the personnel, emphasizing the government's appreciation for their service. He also conveyed festive wishes and thanked the soldiers for their dedication in safeguarding the state.
The visit, covered by local media, highlighted the administration's effort to maintain a close rapport with the armed forces during the national festival. Officials said the event was part of a broader outreach program aimed at boosting morale among defence personnel.
No injuries or incidents were reported, and the ceremony concluded with a short cultural program featuring a bhajan performance.
The CM's presence was welcomed by the troops, who expressed gratitude for the personal touch of the leader during the celebrations.