Diwali celebrated with fervor in Uttarakhand, CM Dhami bought diyas and indigenous products from local shopkeepers on Chakrata Road
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami purchased earthen lamps, utensils, and other traditional indigenous items from local shops on Chakrata Road in Dehradun on the occasion of Diwali. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also interacted with local shopkeepers, potters, and artisans, encouraging them to promote traditional crafts.
During his Diwali shopping, the Chief Minister purchased goods through digital payment (UPI) and urged the general public to purchase as many local products and indigenous goods as possible, thereby strengthening the commitment of small businesses, artisans, and a self-reliant India.
The Chief Minister said,
“The festival of Diwali symbolizes light and prosperity. On this auspicious occasion, we should encourage our country’s artisans and local entrepreneurs. Purchasing indigenous products not only keeps our traditions alive but also strengthens the commitment to ‘Vocal for Local.'”
During his Diwali shopping, Chief Minister Dhami also personally interacted with shopkeepers on Chakrata Road. Shopkeepers told the Chief Minister that goods have become cheaper this year due to lower GST rates, resulting in higher sales than in previous years.
The Chief Minister expressed his happiness and noted that there has been a significant increase in business during Diwali this year. He said that this change is also a result of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s call to “adopt swadeshi” and “vocal for local,” which has led to people shopping more and more from local shopkeepers.
He appealed to the people of the state to light their homes with indigenous earthen lamps this Diwali and make the fragrance of Indian tradition and culture a part of their celebrations. This initiative by the Chief Minister created an atmosphere of joy and enthusiasm among local traders and shopkeepers.
CM Dhami bought utensils from local shops and potters, encouraged them by paying through UPI
On the occasion of Diwali, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami purchased earthen lamps, utensils, and other traditional indigenous goods from local shops on Chakrata Road in Dehradun. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also interacted with local shopkeepers, potters, and artisans, encouraging them to promote traditional arts.
CM Dhami purchased utensils from potters and made payment through UPI
During Diwali shopping, the Chief Minister purchased goods through digital payment (UPI) and urged the general public to purchase more local products and indigenous goods, thereby strengthening small businesses and artisans. The Chief Minister said that the festival of Diwali symbolizes light and prosperity.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that on this auspicious occasion, we should encourage our country’s artisans and local entrepreneurs. Purchasing indigenous products not only keeps our traditions alive but also strengthens the resolve to be “vocal for local.”
Sales were higher than in previous years
During Diwali shopping, the CM also personally interacted with shopkeepers on Chakrata Road. Shopkeepers told the CM that due to lower GST rates this year, goods have become cheaper, resulting in higher sales than in previous years.
The CM expressed his happiness that there has been a significant increase in business during Diwali this year. He said that this change is also a result of PM Modi’s call to “adopt swadeshi” and “vocal for local,” which has led people to shop more from local shopkeepers.
