Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Sunday (21st December) that his government is now making it a mandatory for all schools in the state to recite verses from the Bhagavad Gita every day. The idea is to help kids connect with Indian culture, pick up strong moral values, and get a better grip on life’s philosophy, all for their all-around growth.
In a post on X, CM Dhami said that “We’ve made Gita verse recitation compulsory in state schools. This step is helping students develop fully by linking them to our culture, ethics, and way of thinking about life.”
हमारी सरकार द्वारा प्रदेश के स्कूलों में गीता के श्लोकों के पाठ को अनिवार्य किया गया है। यह पहल विद्यार्थियों को भारतीय संस्कृति, नैतिक मूल्यों और जीवन-दर्शन से जोड़ते हुए उनके सर्वांगीण विकास का मार्ग प्रशस्त कर रही है। pic.twitter.com/RbL7UE3E5w
— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) December 21, 2025
Spotlight on historic temple
Dhami also took to social media to talk up Uttarakhand‘s cultural gems. He posted about the ancient Kattarmal Sun Temple in Almora district, dedicated to Lord Suryadev. This spot shows off the amazing architecture and deep faith from the Katyuri era.
The CM called it a shining example of the state’s rich history and buzzing cultural roots. He encouraged tourists and devotees to check it out during their winter trips and soak in the heritage vibe. In his X post, he said: “The Kattarmal Sun Temple in Almora is a great showcase of Katyuri-era building skills and devotion. Dedicated to Lord Suryadev, it highlights our cultural traditions and proud past. Don’t miss visiting this holy place on your winter getaway.”
अल्मोड़ा जनपद में स्थित ऐतिहासिक कटारमल सूर्य मंदिर कत्यूरी कालीन उत्कृष्ट वास्तुकला और गहन श्रद्धा का जीवंत उदाहरण है। भगवान सूर्यदेव को समर्पित यह प्राचीन धरोहर उत्तराखंड की समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक परंपरा और गौरवशाली इतिहास को प्रतिबिंबित करती है। अपनी शीतकालीन यात्रा के दौरान इस… pic.twitter.com/YRE0XlEqpP
— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) December 21, 2025
Earlier, Dhami praised events like Mahakauthig for keeping Uttarakhand’s traditions alive. He spoke at a seven-day cultural fest by the Parvatiya Cultural Society at Noida Stadium in Gautam Buddh Nagar. He said it’s awesome how folks from Uttarakhand, even those living far from the hills, keep their folk culture going strong.
Dhami called these migrant Uttarakhandis the state’s real “brand ambassadors” for uniting people and protecting their roots. These steps show how the government is pushing to blend education, history, and community pride for a stronger future.
