Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched NKB Times at an event held at Vintage Green on Rampur Road in Haldwani. He congratulated the organisation’s team and said responsible journalism is essential for a healthy democracy.

Dhami said journalism helps keep society informed and carries public concerns to the government and administration. He added that journalists play an important role by bringing forward the problems faced by people at the farthest edge of society and helping create a path towards their resolution.

Focus on public issues

The chief minister expressed confidence that NKB Times would give priority to issues connected with public interests while upholding the core values of journalism. He also said collective support is important to take journalism to people across society and help it progress continuously.

Dhami’s remarks placed the new publication’s launch within a broader appeal for impartial, positive and accountable reporting. His comments focused on journalism’s role in public awareness, administrative accountability and the resolution of civic concerns.

Dhami speaks on ‘Sabke Ram’

During the programme, Dhami also spoke about the idea of “Sabke Ram”. He said Lord Ram should not be viewed as limited to one religion, caste or social group, but as an inspiration for all humanity.

He described Lord Ram as Maryada Purushottam, an ideal king and a symbol of human values in Indian tradition. According to Dhami, Lord Ram’s life represents sacrifice, restraint, courage, cooperation, dignity and commitment to duty.

The chief minister referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks during the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya on 22 January 2024. Dhami said Modi had described Lord Ram as a symbol of energy, solutions and eternity.

Dhami further said the ideals associated with Lord Ram convey a message of unity and harmony. He said faith and traditions connected with Lord Ram, extending from Ayodhya to Rameswaram, strengthen India’s cultural unity. The idea of “Sabke Ram”, he added, encourages social cohesion, mutual respect and the adoption of human values.

Naman Krishna Maharaj also spoke at the event about Lord Ram’s life, ideals and spiritual significance.

Officials and representatives attend

Cabinet minister Ram Singh Kaida, legislators Dr Mohan Singh Bisht and Sarita Arya, and former legislator Rajesh Shukla were among those present. The gathering also included district president Pratap Bisht and office-bearers Anil Kapoor Dabbu, Shankar Koranga, Naveen Verma, Bhavana Mehra and Renu Adhikari.

NKB Times directors Aditya Sisodia, Siddharth Sisodia, Ashutosh Singh and Ganesh Joshi also attended. Other attendees included Kumaon divisional commissioner and Chief Minister’s secretary Deepak Rawat, Inspector General of Police for the Kumaon Range Nivedita Kukreti, Nainital District Magistrate Lalit Mohan Ryal and Nainital Senior Superintendent of Police Dr Manjunath T.C., along with public representatives and other dignitaries.

Conclusion

The launch introduced NKB Times in Haldwani, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stressing that journalism should remain impartial, positive and responsible while bringing public concerns to the administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where was NKB Times launched?

NKB Times was launched at Vintage Green on Rampur Road in Haldwani.

Q. Who launched NKB Times?

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the publication.

Q. What did Dhami say about journalism?

He said impartial, positive and responsible journalism is essential for a healthy democracy and helps raise public concerns with the administration.

Q. What is the ‘Sabke Ram’ idea mentioned at the event?

Dhami said Lord Ram’s ideals are meant to inspire all humanity and promote unity, harmony, mutual respect and human values.

Q. Who else spoke about Lord Ram?

Naman Krishna Maharaj spoke about Lord Ram’s life, ideals and spiritual significance.

Q. Which officials attended the programme?

Attendees included Kumaon divisional commissioner Deepak Rawat, Inspector General of Police Nivedita Kukreti, Nainital District Magistrate Lalit Mohan Ryal and Nainital Senior Superintendent of Police Dr Manjunath T.C.