India, Oct. 14 -- justify;">Srinagar (Pauri Garhwal): Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday inaugurated the nine-day Cooperative Fair at the Awas Vikas Ground in Srinagar. The event showcased local products and initiatives by various departments, self-help groups, and institutions.

The Chief Minister visited stalls at the venue and commended farmers and self-help groups for their efforts to promote local produce and connect it to broader markets.

Addressing the gathering, he said that the cooperative movement in Uttarakhand has become a key force for rural development and women's empowerment. He described cooperatives as a means to strengthen community bonds and promote self-reliance. The fair, he said, would further enhance coop...