Raksha Bandhan: Uttarakhand CM announces free travel facilities for women in buses

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 8 (ANI): Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday announced a free travel facility for women in the buses operated by the Uttarakhand Transport Cooperation on the eve of Raksha Bandhan, stated a release.

The CM also extended greetings on Raksha Bandhan, stating that the festival symbolises mutual affection and trust, and is associated with rich cultural traditions and historical significance.

Dhami also highlighted the state continuous efforts on women empowerment.

The dream of a prosperous Uttarakhand cannot be fulfilled without empowering women. We expect the people of the state to cooperate in the creation of an ideal society for the empowerment of women and their progress, the CM said.

Meanwhile, in a heart-touching incident that took place during the CM visit to Dharali, a tourist from Gujarat who had been trapped due to the flash floods and landslides tore a piece of her dupatta and tied it to the CM.

Dhangauri Baraulia, a resident of Ishanpur in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, had come to Uttarakhand with her family for Gangotri Darshan. Due to the terrible disaster on August 5, she got stuck with her family in Dharali. The situation had become extremely challenging due to the blockage of the road, continuous debris, and strong currents.

The Chief Minister himself has been monitoring the relief operations by being present in the area continuously for three days. Due to the tireless efforts of the rescue teams, Mrs. Baraulia and her family were evacuated safely.

The Chief Minister also humbly accepted this emotional moment and said that the state government stands with every affected citizen in this hour of disaster and every possible help will be provided. He said that the state government is working with full commitment for relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction.

This scene of human sensitivities in a remote area like Dharali became an example of hope, faith and social solidarity amidst the disaster. (ANI)

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