09-02-2026 : Governor released the book “Flavour of Devbhoomi” at Lok Bhawan.

Lok Bhavan Uttarakhand-Information Wing
Press Note

Lok Bhavan Dehradun 09 February, 2026

Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) today released the book “Flavour of Devbhoomi” at Lok Bhawan. The book has been published by the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations. Chef Dr. Neeraj Agarwal, Chef Yogendra Singh Negi, Chef Deepa Chawla, and Mr. Gopal Singh have made significant contributions to the compilation of the book.

The book presents Uttarakhand’s traditional cuisine, culture, and lifestyle in a simple and engaging manner. It also provides detailed information on the health benefits associated with the state’s traditional dishes.

On this occasion, the Governor said that the book is a commendable effort towards preserving and promoting the ancient culinary traditions of the state. He stated that traditional grains and spices produced in Uttarakhand, such as mandua (finger millet), jhangora, and jakhya, are highly beneficial from a health perspective. The Governor noted that Uttarakhand’s traditional products and cuisines are rich not only in taste but also in medicinal properties, and their demand is steadily increasing in present times.

The Governor further said that people are increasingly inclined towards organic products, and Uttarakhand has the potential to play a significant role in this sector. Appreciating the role of women, he said that women of the hills have preserved these traditions across generations. He congratulated the authors of the book and their team for this noteworthy initiative.
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