Haldwani, April 30 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday attended the 'Senior Citizen Honour and Sports Festival-2026' held at Dr. Sushila Tiwari Government Medical College in Haldwani.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that the elderly hold a very important place in society, and respecting them is the hallmark of any civilised community. He described senior citizens as invaluable assets to both society and the nation, whose experience and guidance help steer society in the right direction.

He further stated that families and societies where elders are respected are blessed with happiness, peace, and prosperity. Referring to senior citizens as the strong roots of society, he said their blessings a...