Dehradun, Feb. 18 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami virtually inaugurated 'Champawat Saras Corbett Festival-2026' from the Chief Minister's Camp Office, Dehradun on Wednesday, stating that he is confident that there is an atmosphere of enthusiasm and celebration in every household of Champawat these days.

On this occasion, he noted that Holi is approaching and that the Holi of Kali Kumaon holds a distinct place across the country due to its unique cultural identity. The remarkable blend of Baithki Holi, Khadi Holi, Chaufulla, rhythm, melody, and folk culture is rarely seen anywhere else in the country, a release said.

The Chief Minister said that the sacred land of Champawat has been a heritage center of history, spiritu...