NewzVille Desk
The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, today inaugurated the Jagran Forum in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The event was organized to commemorate the completion of 25 years of the formation of the State.
Speaking on the occasion, VP Radhakrishnan described Uttarakhand as a land that embodies sacrifice, resilience and national service, and extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of the State on this significant milestone.
Highlighting the spiritual and cultural significance of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, the Vice-President said the State occupies a special place in India’s civilisational consciousness. Referring to Vedic and Puranic traditions, he noted that Uttarakhand reflects the essence of Satyam, Shivam and Sundaram.
He underlined the ecological importance of the State, pointing out that its glaciers, rivers and forests sustain life far beyond its geographical boundaries.
Emphasizing the role of the media as the fourth pillar of democracy, the Vice-President said it acts as a bridge between the people and those in power, strengthening accountability and transparency in governance. While appreciating Dainik Jagran for highlighting positive stories of development, he urged media organisations to dedicate at least two pages regularly to positive and development-oriented news.
He observed that newspapers should consciously spread positivity, especially among the youth, as exposure to constructive and inspirational stories would motivate young citizens to contribute more actively to nation-building.
The event was attended by Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen (Retd.) Gurmit Singh, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, senior representatives of Dainik Jagran and other dignitaries.
