Dehradun, March 19 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday formally released the Panchang calendar on the auspicious occasion of the Hindu New Year, which has been published by the Information and Public Relations Department.

Dhami described the occasion as an important initiative aimed at preserving the state's rich cultural and religious heritage and taking it to the masses, according to a release.

The Chief Minister said that Devbhoomi Uttarakhand holds a unique identity across the country and abroad for its eternal traditions, religious beliefs, and cultural values.

He emphasised that the traditions here are not merely a matter of faith, but an integral part of our lifestyle, social structure, and cultural con...