Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announces that the film *Hanuman Ansh* is declared tax-free in the state. Dhami watches the film in Dehradun with his wife and other senior officials, and describes it as an inspirational portrayal of Neem Karoli Baba’s spiritual life. The decision follows the film’s strong audience response and improving theatrical performance.
Both outlets link the tax-free status to the movie’s unexpected commercial momentum. *The Economic Times* notes that the film starts slowly, then gains pace through positive word-of-mouth, turning into a surprise hit. It also provides additional context on the film’s storyline: a young man grieving his mother travels across North India, eventually transforming into Neem Karoli Baba, with themes of devotion and service.
In terms of emphasis, *The Economic Times* focuses more on details—who attends the screening, the film’s release date, and reported box-office totals—while *The Times of India* highlights the broader reaction, including Dhami’s praise for how the film depicts Neem Karoli Baba’s spiritual essence.
