Uttarakhand CM Exempts 'Godaan' from Tax: Celebrating Rural Life

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the film 'Godaan', focusing on farming traditions and rural life, will be exempt from tax in the state. Highlighting the cultural importance of cattle, the government promotes cow conservation and supports farmers to strengthen the rural economy.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday announced a tax exemption for the film 'Godaan', a cinematic piece celebrating farming traditions, rural life, and the significance of cattle. The movie, which hit theaters nationwide on February 6, emphasizes the intertwined roles of culture and cattle in Indian society.

In his announcement, Dhami underscored that cows are central not only to religious beliefs but also to the broader cultural and economic fabric of rural India. He noted the government's persistent efforts in cattle conservation through the promotion of cow shelters and support programs designed to improve the livelihoods of cattle rearers and farmers, thereby boosting the rural economy.

The Chief Minister praised films like 'Godaan' for fostering positive societal thinking and awareness, promising continued support for creative works that address social, cultural, and public interest themes in the future.

(With inputs from agencies.)