Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated the traditional Phool Dei festival with his family at his residence on Saturday, extending greetings and best wishes to the people of the state. His wife, Geeta Pushkar Dhami, also joined in the celebrations, making it a family occasion marked by joy and cultural significance.
The Phool Dei festival, observed with enthusiasm across Uttarakhand, saw children dressed in traditional attire placing flowers and rice at doorsteps while singing folk songs, a custom believed to bring happiness and prosperity. CM Dhami personally welcomed the children and presented them with gifts, highlighting the festival’s role in preserving Uttarakhand’s rich folk traditions.
Speaking on the occasion, CM Dhami said, “The Phool Dei festival reflects the rich folk culture, traditions, and respect for nature in Uttarakhand. It marks the arrival of spring and conveys a message of nature’s beauty and renewed energy. Celebrating Phool Dei is a reminder for all to express gratitude to nature and cherish our roots.”
प्रकृति के प्रति कृतज्ञता, बसंत के स्वागत और हमारी लोकसंस्कृति के संरक्षण का संदेश देने वाला फूलदेई पर्व हमें अपनी जड़ों से जुड़े रहने और आने वाली पीढ़ियों को इन अमूल्य परंपराओं से परिचित कराने की प्रेरणा देता है। pic.twitter.com/qkYeyk5DuN
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CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Highlights Phool Dei Festival and Uttarakhand’s Folk Culture as Key to Preserving State Heritage
The Chief Minister further emphasized that Uttarakhand’s folk culture and traditional festivals, including Phool Dei, form a vital part of the state’s cultural heritage. He called on citizens to celebrate these festivals with enthusiasm to ensure they are passed on to future generations, keeping the state’s folk culture alive.
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CM Dhami also highlighted that Phool Dei inspires people to remain connected to their roots while educating children about the importance of traditional customs. “By celebrating Phool Dei, we honor nature, welcome spring, and preserve our cultural legacy,” he added.
In addition to the festival celebrations, CM Dhami participated in the 119th All India Farmers’ Fair and Agricultural Industry Exhibition at Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, reinforcing his commitment to agriculture and rural development alongside the preservation of Uttarakhand’s cultural heritage.