Dehradun, Oct. 10 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday performed Tarpan to pay homage to his ancestors on the auspicious occasion of Pitru Visarjan Amavasya, marking the final day of Pitru Paksha.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, CM Dhami said, "Ancestors are the foundation of our roots, values and traditions. Expressing reverence, gratitude and respect towards them is an integral part of our Sanatan tradition."

Paying homage to their memory, CM Dhami prayed that their affection, spiritual blessings and grace may always remain upon everyone.

According to the Hindu calendar, Pitru Paksha or the 16-day lunar period on Mahalaya, is when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors (Pitras), marking the beginning ...