Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated Diwali with soldiers of the Garhwal Regiment in Dehradun on Saturday, sharing sweets with them and praising their dedication to the nation. He said the soldiers' commitment to protecting the country while staying away from their families during festivals was an inspiration for everyone. (PICS/ UTTARAKHAND CM ON X) (TEXT: IANS)

The portals of Badrinath Dham were ceremoniously opened on Sunday morning amidst devotional chants and the soulful strains of the Indian Army’s Garhwal Rifles band. Flower petals were showered upon devotees as they gathered in large numbers to witness the sacred event and chant “Jai Badri Vishal.” (PICS/PTI)