“Despite Heavy Rain, Rahul Gandhi Connects with Students at ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ in Dehradun”
Last Friday, the Congress organized the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” program at Bannu Maidan in Dehradun, the state capital. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi participated in the program and interacted with students. Students from Uttarakhand, as well as Rajasthan, Bihar, Maharashtra, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh were present. Despite the inclement weather, there was considerable enthusiasm among activists and students for Rahul Gandhi’s interaction. A large crowd gathered before Rahul Gandhi’s arrival at the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” program, and students from far and wide came to attend. Rahul Gandhi interacted with students at the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” program. He first thanked the youth of Uttarakhand. He expressed his enthusiasm even amid heavy rain, and he said that youth are the identity of the country. Through the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” program, Rahul Gandhi interacted with students regarding irregularities in educational and employment recruitment examinations and the problems faced by youth. This was met with considerable enthusiasm among the youth, and Congress leaders were delighted by the large turnout at the event. The main points of Rahul Gandhi’s address were: Rahul Gandhi said that a young person does not prepare alone; his entire family prepares with him. He said that government jobs are crucial for the middle class, and if a paper is leaked, it can ruin the family. Gandhi said that the manufacturing sector in India is completely shut down, entrepreneurs are in our country, and corporate jobs are also scarce. Along with this, other jobs are also not easily available, hence the only option left for the youth is government jobs.
Rahul Gandhi to Interact with Students, Job Aspirants in Dehradun’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ Program
On July 17, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is visiting Uttarakhand. During this visit, he will participate in the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” (Voice of Students) event organized at the Bannu School grounds in the capital, Dehradun. The primary objective of this event is to establish a direct dialogue with the state’s youth, students, and aspirants preparing for competitive examinations. Rahul Gandhi will listen to the concerns of the youth and seek their views on issues such as unemployment, the education system, alleged irregularities in recruitment exams, and paper leaks. The Congress party states that thousands of youths in Uttarakhand have long been affected by delays in government recruitment processes, exam cancellations, and alleged scams. Consequently, the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” event is being viewed as an initiative to amplify the voice of the youth at the national level. The party claims that this dialogue aims to highlight the genuine problems faced by students and aspirants, thereby facilitating a comprehensive discussion on issues concerning their future. However, a deeply tragic incident occurred just a day before Rahul Gandhi’s visit. On July 16, while inspecting the preparations and arrangements at the Bannu School grounds, a Congress worker suddenly fell ill. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, but doctors declared him dead. This incident has cast a pall of gloom over the Congress leaders and workers involved in the event’s preparations. The party has expressed deep grief over the worker’s demise and conveyed its condolences to his family. The organization of this event had been a subject of discussion from the very beginning. According to the initial plan, Rahul Gandhi’s event was scheduled to take place at Dehradun’s Parade Ground, but the administration revoked the permission for the venue. The Congress subsequently protested against this administrative decision and expressed its displeasure. Party leaders stated that the cancellation of permission impacted the event’s preparations. Protesting against the administration’s decision, several senior Congress leaders and workers, including State Congress President Ganesh Godiyal, staged a demonstration. They alleged that unnecessary obstacles were being created regarding opposition events. Following protests, the party made alternative arrangements and shifted the event venue from Parade Ground to Bannu School Ground, where Rahul Gandhi’s program is now being held. Rahul Gandhi’s visit comes at a time when political debate regarding employment, education, and recruitment processes in Uttarakhand is intensifying. While the Congress is attempting to corner the government by linking these issues to the future of the youth, the tragic death of a Congress worker prior to the event has lent an emotional tone to the proceedings. All eyes are now on the message Rahul Gandhi conveys in his address regarding the concerns of the youth and these critical issues facing the state.
Lord Jagannath’s grand Rath Yatra 2026 begins; Bahuda Yatra to take place on July 24
The world-famous Jagannath Yatra (procession) of Lord Jagannath has commenced for the year 2026. Beginning on July 16, 2026, the festival will conclude on July 24, 2026, with the Bahuda Yatra, or the return journey home. This festival marks the nine-day annual journey of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, during which they travel in grand wooden chariots from the main Jagannath Temple. Held in Puri, Odisha, the Jagannath Yatra is renowned across the globe. Stages Of Yatra The Yatra spans several days and includes various significant stages and rituals. One such stage involves Pahandi and Chera Pahanra; the former entails the ceremonial transfer of the deities onto their chariots, while the latter involves the Gajapati Maharaja sweeping the chariots with a golden broom. Another key stage is the Bahuda Yatra—the return journey of the deities to the main Jagannath Temple—followed by the final stages known as Suna Besha and Niladri Bije, which mark the conclusion of the nine-day observance. Importance Of Jagannath Yatra This Yatra is not merely a religious event but an immense ocean of faith, surrender, and devotion. Held annually in Puri, Odisha, on the second day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) of the Ashadha month, the Jagannath Yatra draws devotees from all over the world. Participating in the procession and pulling the chariot’s ropes holds profound spiritual and religious significance. The rope used to pull Lord Jagannath’s chariot is believed to symbolize Shankhachuda. It is also widely believed that merely touching or pulling this rope can cleanse one of all sins and lead to Moksha (salvation).
Congress enraged over denial of permission for Parade Ground event, staged protest
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was scheduled to address students at the “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” event on July 17th. The event was scheduled to be held at the Parade Ground in Dehradun, booked by the State Congress Committee for three days, and the committee had already paid the fees. However, three days before the event, on July 14th, the administration cancelled it. During the event, they demanded a new venue for the event, which will now be held at the Bannu School Ground in Dehradun. It is reported that late at night, a truck loaded with supplies was sent from the Parade Ground to Bannu School, leading to a heated altercation between Congress leaders and workers and the police. Rahul Gandhi’s program at the ground suggested by the administration Following the uproar at the Parade Ground late at night on July 14th, Congress leaders and workers gathered at the Congress state headquarters, where they arrived, having been informed by the police administration. The administration had erected barricades and deployed a large police force before the parade ground. Despite this, Congress workers broke through the barricades and proceeded towards the parade ground, engaging in a heated argument with the police. Upon reaching the parade ground, they entered the ground through a gate, broke the lock, and opened the gate, after which Congress workers created a massive uproar inside the parade ground. Congress State President Ganesh Godiyal, along with Yashpal Arya, Pritam Singh, and Harak Singh Rawat, were also present during the protest. When the administration did not relent, Congress leaders decided after the protest that they would organize Rahul Gandhi’s program at the ground suggested by the administration, and preparations would begin soon. Congress State President Ganesh Godiyal stated that Congress is not averse to this government’s decision. The government has the intention to answer to the court, and transparency is the government’s responsibility. However, the government has been exposed, and therefore, Rahul Gandhi’s rally on July 17th will be historic. He also described the Parade Ground protest as a warning to the government. He urged the government to desist from its actions, warning that their downfall is beginning. He also stated that wherever a youth stands, a line is drawn. Uttarakhand needs change because the BJP government has pushed the state into the abyss. The government is afraid of Rahul Gandhi Leader of the Opposition Yashpal Arya stated that the Parade Ground was completely empty, so permission was sought from the Municipal Corporation for the event, which was granted. However, the 170,000 rupee fee was also deposited. Despite this, the reason for revoking the permission is clear: the government is afraid of Rahul Gandhi. Rahul Gandhi is currently organizing the “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” program across the country. This program began in Kota, Rajasthan. Rahul Gandhi wants to expand this organizational campaign across the country. He has also instructed all his front and cell organizations to work with the NSUI to reach out to students at the district level and, under the name of the “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” program, communicate issues such as paper leaks, recruitment scams, expensive education, and shortcomings in the education system. Under this, Rahul Gandhi’s rally is proposed in Dehradun on July 17, which can also be seen as a show of strength before the Uttarakhand Assembly elections 2027.
Congress President Rahul Gandhi’s “Chhatron Ki Goonj” program in Uttarakhand was cancelled,nearly 2.5 lakh youth registered….
Congress National President Rahul Gandhi was scheduled to hold the “Chhatra Ki Goonj” program at the Parade Ground in Dehradun on July 17th, but it is reported that the event is in limbo. The State Congress Committee had requested permission for the event on July 8th, and the Municipal Corporation and District Administration had granted it. However, just three days before the event, on Tuesday, July 14th, news of the cancellation emerged. This presents a significant challenge for the Congress party. In another instance, State Congress President Ganesh Godiyal stated that he has not received any written communication. Congress now faces a major challenge In fact, AAP Congress leaders are searching for a new venue for Rahul Gandhi’s dialogue with students, “Chhatra Ki Goonj” (Students’ Dialogue) program, scheduled to be held at the Parade Ground on July 17th. The State Congress had already made extensive preparations for Rahul Gandhi’s visit, and online registration for the interaction with students had been completed. Posters and banners had even been printed. However, just hours before the event, the administration decided not to hold the event at the Parade Ground and announced its cancellation. Meanwhile, the Congress party now faces a significant challenge: where will it find a new ground to host the event in such a short time? Youth registered for the “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” program On the morning of July 14th, numerous vehicles had arrived at the Parade Ground to set up tents, but they were not allowed inside. The Congress party had already sent letters regarding the ground booking for July 15, 16, and 17 on July 8th, and had already received permission to book the ground. Congress state president Ganesh Godiyal stated After receiving permission from the district administration, the Congress party not only deposited the ground booking fee but also ordered tents for the event so that they could be set up on time. Nearly 250,000 youth have registered for the “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” program. Congress state president Ganesh Godiyal stated, “We have not yet received any written information from the district administration, but have been told verbally that there are some difficulties, even though permission for the event had been granted previously.” He further stated that the government has renamed Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan. Therefore, if the government refuses permission to hold the Parade Ground, then Lok Bhavan would be the most suitable venue. “In a democracy, it’s not right to resort to such tactics to stop opposition rallies, but this government believes in dictatorship. If such a decision is made, we will fight it.”
The Cockroach Janata Party’s protest continues for the 24th day, receiving support from several leaders and social organizations.
Students and youth are staging a continuous sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, demanding accountability for the paper leak, reforms to the examination system, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Cockroach Janata Party’s protest continued for the 24th day on Monday, June 13th. Meanwhile, the protest continues to receive support from political leaders, academics, and social organizations across the country. Social activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike in support of the protest has entered its 16th day. CJP and movement founder Abhijeet Dipke said the government should not let this issue become a battle of egos, as the future of students and lives are at stake. He said admitting mistakes is not a sign of weakness but a sign of maturity, accountability, and a willingness to reform the system. Deepak said that the protest is demanding accountability for the repeated irregularities in the examination system and justice for the students. President of Bhim Army Delhi, reached the protest site Furthermore, former Kerala Health Minister K.K. Shailaja, former Finance Minister and current MLA K.N. Bala Gopal, and former Law and Industry Minister P. Rajeev reached Jantar Mantar, where all three leaders met with the students and expressed concern over paper leaks and the persistent irregularities in the examination system. The leaders stated that ensuring fair, transparent, and trustworthy examination systems is essential to secure the future of the country’s youth. Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj also reached the protest site and supported the students’ demands. He said that hard-working students should be treated fairly and transparency should be ensured in the examination system. Aam Aadmi Party MLA Sanjeev Jha also reached Jantar Mantar and met with the protesters and expressed his support for the movement. Himanshu, President of Bhim Army Delhi, also reached the protest site and expressed support for the students’ protest on behalf of the Azad Samaj Party. Along with this, social activist Lawrence Jyoti Gogoi also joined the protest and said that the future of lakhs of youth is being affected due to repeated examination related irregularities and those responsible for this should be held accountable.
Rahul Gandhi to Visit Dehradun on July 17 for ‘Chhatraon Ki Goonj’ Youth Interaction Program
Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Uttarakhand has been confirmed once again. He will visit Dehradun on July 17th. During this visit, he will interact with students and youth at a program organized under the “Schools’ Echo” campaign. The program aims to discuss issues related to the education system, competitive exams, and youth issues. Previously, Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Uttarakhand was scheduled for June 4th and 5th, but he was unable to attend due to bad weather. On June 4th, Rahul Gandhi arrived in Pantnagar, where he was supposed to fly to Almora. However, due to the bad weather, the pilot refused to take off. Following this, Rahul Gandhi shared this information via social media. “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” campaign will be organized Meanwhile, Congress state in-charge Kumari Selja said that the paper leak scandal across the country has jeopardized the future of the youth and that many children have committed suicide. The paper leak has caused immense damage not only to children but also to their families and society as a whole. In this context, Rahul Gandhi is traveling across the country to raise the voice of children. In this regard, he is also visiting Uttarakhand on July 17th. Concurrently, the state’s youth are migrating to other parts of the country for menial jobs. A major question arises: why are youth not finding employment in the state itself? Industries established during the Congress regime are also closing down, with no policy in place to prevent this. This is why Rahul Gandhi is coming to Uttarakhand. He will interact with youth on the evening of July 17th. A program called “Chhatraon Ki Goonj” will be organized for this purpose.
Pushkar Singh Dhami Uttarakhand’s Longest-Serving Chief Minister Breaking ND Tiwari’s Historic Record
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has broken the record for the longest-serving Chief Minister of the state. ND Tiwari was the first Chief Minister of Uttarakhand to complete a full five-year term. Now, Pushkar Singh Dhami has broken the record for the longest-serving Chief Minister of Uttarakhand. Narayan Dutt Tiwari served as Chief Minister for 1,831 days. CM Dhami’s tenure has now reached 1,832 days today, Friday, July 10. ND Tiwari became the first elected Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on March 2, 2002. His tenure as Acting Chief Minister lasted for 1,831 days until March 7, 2007. Pushkar Singh Dhami became Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on July 4, 2021. With the 2022 assembly elections approaching, the BJP reappointed him as Chief Minister. He has held the position ever since. Today, he has completed 1,832 days as Chief Minister. It is being reported that Dhami has set two new records in just five days. On July 4th, Dhami became the first BJP Chief Minister to complete a five-year term and has now broken Narayan Dutt Tiwari’s record for the longest tenure as Chief Minister. The Congress party has given Uttarakhand three Chief Ministers so far: ND Tiwari, Vijay Bahuguna, and Harish Rawat. Of these three Chief Ministers, only Narayan Dutt Tiwari completed his five-year term. Vijay Bahuguna and Harish Rawat also served as Chief Ministers during the same term of the Congress government. The BJP has given Uttarakhand seven Chief Ministers so far, including Nityanand Swami, the first Chief Minister after the formation of the state, Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri, Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, Trivendra Singh Rawat, Tirath Singh Rawat, and Pushkar Singh Dhami. Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri served as Chief Minister twice. Pushkar Singh Dhami has also been sworn in as Chief Minister twice. Speaking of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, he began his political career with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). During his student days at Lucknow University, Dhami served as the ABVP’s Uttar Pradesh State General Secretary. During his tenure, he organized a large and successful ABVP convention. After the formation of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami also served as the BJP Yuva Morcha State President twice. In 2012, the BJP fielded him for the first time in the legislative assembly, and Dhami won the Khatima seat. He also won the Khatima seat in 2017. In 2021, he was appointed Chief Minister after Tirath Singh Rawat stepped down. He lost to Bhuvan Kapri of the Congress in the 2022 elections. However, the BJP still retained Dhami as Chief Minister, and Dhami returned to the Assembly by contesting the Champawat by-election.
PM Modi to Inaugurate India’s First Hydrogen Train, Multiple Development Projects in Haryana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the country’s first hydrogen train from Jind on July 17th. During this visit, he will also lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various development projects in the state. The BJP organization and the government have intensified preparations for the Prime Minister’s proposed visit. It is reported that at a district-level meeting held on Wednesday, July 8th, within the BJP’s Gohana district headquarters, preparations for the Prime Minister’s rally on July 17th were reviewed and the responsibilities of the workers were determined. District President Vijendra Malik stated that the Prime Minister will gift Haryana with several development projects along with the country’s first hydrogen train. District in-charge Dr. Kiran Kalkal has appealed to workers to reach Jind in large numbers to make the event a success. Dr. Archana Gupta stated that this 10-coach hydrogen train, the world’s longest, is a matter of pride for Haryana. Being completely environmentally friendly, it has zero carbon emissions. Once the train is operational, it will only benefit Haryana and its citizens. Prime Minister will inaugurate the four-lane highway At a meeting held at the Public Works Department’s rest house, Cooperative, Prisons, and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma reviewed the preparations for the Prime Minister’s program. He stated that under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, the country is rapidly progressing towards a modern and environmentally friendly transportation system. The operation of the country’s first hydrogen train on the Jind-Gohana-Sonipat rail section marks a new milestone in the history of Indian Railways, and will also provide Haryana with special recognition. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the four-lane highway from Ambala to Kalaam in Bhiwani and the medical college in Narnaul. He will lay the foundation stone for a grand historical museum to be built on 127 acres in Kurukshetra. He will also inaugurate the newly completed elevated railway track in Kurukshetra. The State President also stated that the Prime Minister is working on green energy. The rally will be attended mostly by workers from the same district, and it is expected that a significant number of workers will arrive on foot or by bicycle, while women will arrive on scooters. Dr. Arvind Sharma appealed to the BJP office bearers and workers to make extensive preparations for reaching Jin on 17th July and also reviewed the SAR campaign going on in the assembly constituency in the meeting. He also gave instructions to add the names of new citizens in the voter list, correct the errors and expedite the response of necessary documents, due to which other office bearers including Dr. Rita Sharma, Mandal President Praveen Surana, Arun Badok, Sumit Kakkar and Harkesh Sarpanch were also present in the meeting.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Launches ₹5 Lakh Cashless Medical Scheme for Over 12 Lakh Teachers & Families
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced the “Chief Minister’s Cashless Medical Scheme” for teachers and their families, which was launched today, July 8, 2026, in Varanasi. Under the scheme, more than 1.2 million teachers, Shiksha Mitras, instructors, cooks, and other staff from government primary and secondary schools in the state will receive cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh per family per year. Eligible staff from Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas are also included in the scheme. The “Chief Minister Teachers’ Cashless Medical Scheme” will provide teachers with the same benefits as those provided under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. Under this scheme, teachers and their families will be able to avail cashless treatment at hospitals affiliated with Ayushman Bharat across the country. This will provide financial assistance for the treatment of serious illnesses, significantly reducing their burden. According to government information, teachers and staff from the Higher Education Department will also be included in this scheme in the future. There are three scheme CM Yogi said that there are three schemes: cashless medical treatment, DBT, and guaranteed social security. You didn’t ask for it, but we are concerned about your health. Uttar Pradesh was a sick state; eight years ago, people wandered to other states. This is no longer the case; people no longer face identity challenges. With the improvement of education, the state’s development accelerated. Previously, the Secondary Education Board exams used to last for three months, which was meaningless. I thank the teachers, thanks to whom, today, exams are being conducted in 15 days and results are also being announced. The Chief Minister’s Teacher Cashless Medical Scheme was also launched in the Bulandshahr Collectorate auditorium. Under this scheme, teachers and their families will benefit from cashless medical care. Additionally, a program to distribute ₹1,200 per student to students through DBT was also launched.