India, Jan. 23 -- justify;">Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended warm greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Basant Panchami. In a message issued on the eve of the festival, the Chief Minister said that Basant Panchami symbolises the celebration of nature, renewal of energy and the arrival of positivity in people's lives.

Describing the festival as an integral part of India's cultural heritage, CM Dhami said Basant Panchami is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music and arts. He noted that the occasion provides an opportunity to promote learning, creativity and artistic expression while strengthening the country's rich cultural traditions.

The Chief Minister furth...