TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand: Celebrating faith, culture and creativity in Devbhoomi

Times of India presents TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand, a platform to delve into the state’s rich spiritual heritage and enduring contribution to the arts. Through insightful panel discussions and fireside chats, the event will celebrate Uttarakhand’s unique identity as a land where faith, culture and creativity converge. It is scheduled to take place in Dehradun on September 30. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will grace the event with his esteemed presence. In addition, TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand will bring together thought leaders, policymakers and artistes to decode how Devbhoomi is driving economic growth while staying true to its deep-rooted ethos. Speaking about the significance of the event, Prasad Sanyal, Business Head, Times Internet said, “Uttarakhand is a shining example of how tradition and progress can go hand in hand. With TOI Dialogues, our effort is to highlight these narratives and spark meaningful conversations that inspire both citizens and policymakers.”Here’s a glimpse of the sessions lined up at TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand.The highlight of the evening will be a special interaction with CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, where he will share his vision for Uttarakhand’s future, from driving economic growth and boosting tourism to preserving the state’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The panel discussion on ‘The Uttarakhand Story – From Screen to Success’ will feature actors Abhilash Thapliyal, Asha Negi and Sukriti Kandpal, all of who are originally from the state. They will discuss Uttarakhand’s rich artistic heritage while sharing personal stories of challenges and triumphs.Writer Akshat Gupta will join for a fireside chat on ‘Mythology, Science, and Immortality: The Hidden Hindu’ and speak about how ancient myths intersect with modern concepts.Sporting champions Mir Ranjan Negi and Vandana Kataria and actor Chitrashi Rawat will reflect on Uttarakhand’s success across fields during a session on ‘ The Spirit of Devbhoomi – Grit, Glory, and Beyond’. A fireside chat featuring veteran actor Neena Gupta will shine the spotlight on her celebrated career and artistic journey. Historian Lokesh Ohri and entrepreneurs Abhishek Bansal and Sandeep Sahni will explore strategies for driving sustainable growth in Uttarakhand. Acclaimed actor Ashutosh Rana will bring his wealth of knowledge and deep philosophical insights during a fireside chat titled ‘Ram and Raavan: The Duality Within’.You can watch TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand live on September 30, starting at 5pm, on this link.