Flag hoisting, parades mark I-Day in city
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Varanasi: The 79th Independence Day was celebrated across the district on Friday with full enthusiasm and patriotic fervour, as the national flag was hoisted at government offices, academic institutions, and various establishments.
Divisional Commissioner S Rajalingam hoisted the tricolour at the Commissionerate office, while DM Satyendra Kumar unfurled the flag at the Collectorate. Chief Development Officer Himanshu Nagpal hoisted the flag at Vikas Bhawan. The DC also planted saplings in the Commissionerate compound to mark the day.
At Police Lines, Commissioner of Police Mohit Agrawal hoisted the national flag, took the salute of the parade, and addressed officials and newly recruited women constables.
He also presented medals and honoured 52 police personnel for their distinguished service. Meanwhile, BHU celebrated the day with vice-chancellor Prof Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi hoisting the flag at Malviya Bhawan, followed by the flag hoisting at the amphitheatre ground, where NCC cadets presented a guard of honour.
Students of Central Hindu Girls School captivated the audience with a colourful cultural programme.
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) also marked the occasion with a grand event at BLW Stadium. General Manager Naresh Pal Singh hoisted the tricolour and took the salute of a parade comprising contingents of the RPF, St. John's Ambulance Brigade, Civil Security Force, Bharat Scouts and Guides. tnn
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