Uttarkashi, Jan. 14 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday attended the inauguration ceremony of the Magh Mela being held at Ramlila Ground in Uttarkashi, highlighting the significance of this spiritual fair.

CM Dhami participated in the ribbon-cutting for the ceremony and was welcomed with garlands.

Speaking to the media at the event, he described Magh Mela as a sacred fair, having significance in Indian spiritual practices.

He noted that these religious gatherings help in boosting local economies and also attract devotees and tourists, thereby boosting local economies. He said the Magh Mela witnesses the arrival of palanquins of deities from various regions.

"So these fairs certainly promote our development a...