The Chipko Movement began in 1973 in the village of Reni, Chamoli district, when local women, led by Gaura Devi, protested against a government logging contract by hugging the trees.

In 2023, Uttarakhand became the first state to implement a natural farming policy aimed at promoting chemical-free and sustainable agricultural practices.

Ringal weaving is a traditional craft of Uttarakhand that involves making baskets, mats, and other items from bamboo, particularly in the Garhwal region

The Treaty of Sugauli, signed by Lord Hastings in 1816, led to the annexation of Garhwal and Kumaon from the Gorkha rulers to British India.

The Kumaoni Holi is celebrated in three forms: Baithaki Holi (sung in seated gatherings), Khari Holi (celebrated with folk dances), and Mahila Holi (women’s Holi).

The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is part of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere (MAB) program, aimed at promoting biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.

Aipan is a traditional art form in Uttarakhand, involving decorative designs drawn on floors and walls, especially during religious ceremonies and festivals.

The establishment of the Kumaon Parishad in 1929 played a pivotal role in shaping the political consciousness of the people, eventually leading to the movement for a separate Uttarakhand state.

The Koshi River is often referred to as the 'Sorrow of Uttarakhand' because of its tendency to flood and cause devastation in the areas it flows through.

The Tehri Dam, located on the Bhagirathi River, is one of the largest hydropower projects in India and a major source of electricity for Uttarakhand and surrounding states.

The Garhwal Rifles, one of the most decorated regiments of the Indian Army, was established in 1887 and has played a key role in numerous military operations

Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna was a prominent leader who championed the cause of statehood for Uttarakhand and is revered as one of the key figures in the movement.

The Chipko Movement, aimed at preventing deforestation, began in the Reni village of Chamoli district under the leadership of Gaura Devi and other local women.

The Bagwal festival, held at Devidhura temple in the Champawat district, involves a ritual of stone pelting between two groups as part of the celebrations.

Kausani is well-known for its tea gardens, producing high-quality organic tea, and is often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of India’ due to its picturesque landscape

The Treaty of Sagauli (1816) was signed after the Anglo-Nepalese War, leading to the annexation of the Garhwal and Kumaon regions by the British.

Brahma Kamal, a rare and sacred flower, blooms at an altitude of around 4,000 to 4,500 meters in the high-altitude regions of Uttarakhand.

Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Terai region of Uttarakhand, was declared a new tiger reserve in 2023, aiming to protect the growing tiger population.

The Anglo-Nepalese War, also known as the Gorkha War, was fought between the British East India Company and the Gorkhas from 1814 to 1816. It led to the British gaining control over Garhwal and Kumaon.

Askot Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Pithoragarh district, is known for its efforts in conserving the snow leopard and other Himalayan fauna.

Uttarakhand shares borders with five Indian states: Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, and Tibet (China).

The Pindari Glacier is located in the Bageshwar district and is a popular trekking destination in the Kumaon region.

Sirsa is known as the production of grain.

Ajay Pal was a significant ruler of Garhwal in the 14th century who unified the kingdom and established Srinagar as the capital.

Uttarakhand has two seats in the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of India's Parliament.

Pradyuman Shah was the ruler of Garhwal when the Gorkhas invaded in 1803. He died in battle, and the region was subsequently annexed by the Gorkhas until the British intervention.

Almora was the seat of the Chand dynasty, which ruled over Kumaon from the 11th to the 18th century, significantly contributing to the region's culture and architecture.

Bageshwar became the 100th district in India to achieve 'Har Ghar Jal' status in 2022, ensuring tap water supply to every household.