Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended the funeral of Major General (Retd.) Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri, who died at the age of 91 in Dehradun. Dhami, along with other leaders such as Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, paid their respects at Khanduri's residence before his final rites in Haridwar. In honor of Khanduri's contributions, Dhami announced three days of state mourning and a public holiday, stating that Khanduri was not just a senior leader but a source of inspiration and guidance. Khanduri, who served two terms as Chief Minister, was recognized for his disciplined life and commitment to public welfare, having transitioned from a distinguished military career to politics. He was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal for his service in the Indian Army and played a significant role in the BJP, contributing to the party's successes at both state and national levels. His passing is seen as a significant loss to the BJP family, with Dhami expressing that Khanduri's values and leadership will continue to inspire future generations.