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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Independence Day celebrated with great fervour in Hubballi Dharwad
The 79th Independence Day celebrations saw enthusiastic participation from people from all walks of life in the twin cities of Hubballi Dharwad on Friday. In the morning the tricolour was hoisted at various government office premises, banks, schools and colleges, and other venues, including residential localities and commercial establishments. Various cultural programmes were held in the evening as part of the celebrations. The tricolour was seen fluttering atop various offices and houses and in balconies of residential complexes across the twin cities. People, especially youngsters, were seen taking selfies holding the tricolour and going around the city on their two wheelers, waving the national flag in both Hubballi and Dharwad. Several four-wheelers and autorickshaws too had flags mounted on them, and most of the junctions were draped in the tricolour. At the controversial Idgah Maidan, Municipal Commissioner Rudresh Ghali hoisted the national flag with MLA Mahesh Tenginakai and several senior councillors in the presence. As Independence Day coincides with the birth anniversary of Sangolli Rayanna, a strongman of Kittur queen Rani Chennamma who fought against the British, several leaders and organisations lined up before the statue near Idgah Maidan in Hubballi to pay floral tributes. In the taluk level Independence Day celebrations held at Nehru Maidan in Hubballi, Tahsildar Mahesh Gasti hoisted the tricolour in the presence of MLAs Mahesh Tenginakai, MLC Pradeep Shettar, and others. The dignitaries called on the people to understand the significance of freedom and actively contribute towards nation-building. Students from various schools enthralled the audience with lively cultural programmes and skits on the occasion. 'Tiranga Yatra' Processions by various organisations were also held as part of the celebrations. In the event organised by Uday Bharat Yuvak Mandal, Hirepet Sri Ganesh Utsav Mandali and other organisations MLA Mahesh Tenginakai flagged off the 'Tiranga Yatra' at Moorusavir Mutt premises. A 2000 ft. long and 10 ft. wide tricolour was carried in a procession by students of schools and colleges and members of various organisations on the thoroughfares of the city. Chandrashekhar Gokak and others coordinated the event. In another event, a motorcycle rally organised by Bhagat Singh Seva Sangha was again flagged off by MLA Mahesh Tenginakai and Managing Director of Swarnaa Group V.S.V Prasad, who both subsequently took part in it. As part of the Independence day celebrations, several commercial establishments, hotels and restaurants were illuminated in the tricolour and special independence day offers were also extended to the customers.
The Hindu
11-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Walk for Nation with giant tricolour on Independence Day in Hubballi
On Independence Day members of the Uday Bharat Yuvak Mandal and other organisations will take part in a Walk for Nation carrying a giant tricolour to celebrate the spirit of Independence. Addressing presspersons in Hubballi on Monday, convenors of the event Gopalkrishna Savanur, Chandrashekhar Gokak, Mallikarjun Shiraguppi and others said that the walkathon will originate from and conclude at Moorusavir Mutt Ground. A giant national flag measuring 2,000 ft long and 10 ft wide will be taken out in a procession. The event is being held in association with Hirepet Sri Ganesh Utsav Mandali of Hubballi. Mr. Savanur said that hundreds of students from various schools and colleges will participate in the event along with members from different walks of life. 'The event is aimed at instilling patriotism among the younger generation and also celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the country,' he said. A host of leaders, including Chairman of the Legislative Council Basavaraj Horatti, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, the former chief minister Jagadish Shettar, Labour Minister Santosh Ladm and others are expected to participate in the flagging off ceremony of the walkathon. Mr. Chandraeshekhar Gokak said that the walkathon will be flagged off in the presence of Sri Gurusiddha Rajayogindra Swami of Moorusavir Mutt at 11 a.m. on August 15. Beginning from Moorusavir Mutt Ground, the walkathon will cover the thoroughfares of the city and conclude at the originating point, he said. Previously, a 1,500 ft long tricolour was taken out in a procession in Hubballi 10 years ago and this time, the procession will have a 2,000 ft long tricolour. The organisers of the event also said that they will be trying to set a record this time. The details of the event will be sent to officials of Limca Book of Records.
