Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami intervened in the controversy involving minister Subodh Uniyal and singer Daler Mehndi. Uniyal reprimanded Mehndi on stage, questioning his condition and behavior during a performance. After backlash, Uniyal stated he acted under public pressure, unaware of Mehndi’s health issues. Daler Mehndi’s brother, Mika Singh, demanded an apology, emphasizing artists deserve respect and dignity.