Tag: Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is a place of natural beauty, spirituality, and adventure, making it a sought-after destination for travelers and nature enthusiasts. The state has a rich cultural heritage, with a mix of various traditions and languages. Garhwali and Kumaoni are the major languages spoken in the region.

Mischief, Chai, & Foreign Exchange: My Training Days in Dehradun

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Muse & Musings8 Comments

The heartfelt WhatsApp conversation among former Management Trainees at Punjab National Bank reflects on their impactful training period in 1985-86, especially at the vibrant Paltan Bazar branch in Dehradun. I am recalling my experiences of friendship with Mukesh, the differences in our personalities, and the adventures we had at their simple lodge, Sukhsadan. Our enjoyable antics, tea breaks, and unexpected duties emphasize the fun and meaningful moments that influenced our early careers, resulting in treasured memories that last.

A Spiritual Sojourn: Exploring Rishikesh and Haridwar

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Hari means “Lord Vishnu”. So, Haridwar stands for “The Gateway to Lord Vishnu”. In order to reach Badrinath, one of the Char Dhams, with a temple of Lord Vishnu, Haridwar is a typical place to start a pilgrim’s journey. Therefore, the name Haridwar. Hrishikesh (हृषीकेश) is a name of Lord Vishnu composed of hrishika meaning ‘senses’ and Isha meaning ‘lord’, thus ‘Lord of the Senses’. The name commemorates an apparition of Vishnu to Raibhya Rishi, as a result of his Tapasya (austerities), as Lord Hrishikesha.