Dehradun, Oct. 23 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday said that 60 lakh pilgrims have undertaken the Char Dham Yatra so far this year, adding that the pilgrimage has surpassed all previous records and is still underway.

Dhami also highlighted the state government's efforts to combat drug abuse, stating that Uttarakhand was committed to becoming a drug-free state through public awareness campaigns, action against drug peddlers and participation from voluntary organisations.

"Upon assuming office as the Prime Minister of the nation, Narendra Modi identified a major challenge: rescuing the youth from the grip of drug addiction. This involves launching campaigns against substance abuse, taking stringent action agains...