Dehradun: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has congratulated and wished the people of the state on Raksha Bandhan. In his message issued on the eve of Raksha Bandhan, the Chief Minister said that the holy festival of Raksha Bandhan is a symbol of mutual affection, trust and duty of brother and sister. He said that this festival associated with our rich, cultural traditions also has historical significance. The Chief Minister said that the festival of Raksha Bandhan strengthens social harmony as well as the feeling of respect and security towards women. Raksha Bandhan is also a festival associated with the respect of women.
He said that our efforts towards women empowerment are continuing. The dream of a prosperous Uttarakhand cannot be fulfilled without empowering women. He also expected the people of the state to cooperate in the creation of an ideal society for the empowerment of women and their progress. The Chief Minister said that on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, free travel facility has also been provided to the women of the state in buses operated by Uttarakhand Transport Corporation within the state.
