Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced infrastructure and tourism projects at the Semaldala Fair, emphasizing support for local products and rural livelihoods through initiatives like "Vocal for Local" and sourcing gifts from women's self-help groups. He highlighted progress on Kedarnath and Badrinath master plans, including upcoming connectivity projects. Dhami also promoted sustainable livelihoods via the "House of Himalayas" brand and homestays, noting Uttarakhand's emergence as a wedding destination, while stressing development balanced with cultural and environmental preservation.