New Delhi, March 06 (HS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Uttarakhand today on Thursday during which he will flag off a trek and bike rally as well as address a gathering at a public function in Harsil.

At around 9:30 am, he will perform pooja and darshan at the winter seat of Maa Ganga in Mukhwa, a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office said.

At around 10:40 am, he will flag off a trek and bike rally and also address a gathering in Harsil, it said.

In a post on X, Modi said, “By promoting tourism in ‘Devbhoomi’ Uttarakhand, we are committed to further strengthen the economy of the state. In this connection, I will get the opportunity to worship Maa Ganga in Mukhwa tomorrow morning at around 9:30 am. After this, I will communicate with my family members in Harsil.”

“I am very excited to visit the winter abode of the pure ‘Maa Ganga’ in Mukhwa. This holy place is famous all over the world for its spiritual significance and amazing beauty. Not only this, it is a unique example of our resolve of ‘heritage as well as development’,” Modi said in his post.

The prime minister also said he is very happy that the “double engine” government of Uttarakhand has started a special programme to promote winter tourism this year.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar