The 80th Independence Day was celebrated across the erstwhile Adilabad district with patriotic programmes, flag hoisting and cultural events. State government advisors and senior officials highlighted welfare schemes and urged officials to work towards the district’s development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, where the national song Vande Mataram was rendered during the ceremony. Nearly 5,000 special guests attended, while NCC cadets and My Bharat volunteers joined the celebrations
NRIs and Indian missions across the Gulf region celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with flag hoisting ceremonies, patriotic programmes and community events. The celebrations included Suryapath Tiranga, Vande Mataram, Har Ghar Tiranga and Bharat Ko Janiye initiatives
Additional DCP J. Narsaiah has been recommended for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service on Independence Day 2026. A 1991-batch Sub-Inspector, he has served for over 35 years and played key roles in anti-Naxal operations and major investigations.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan flagged off a special Har Ghar Tiranga bike rally at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, joined by MPs. The campaign marks Independence Day and 150 years of Vande Mataram, with leaders urging citizens to display the Tricolour.
The BJP launched Tiranga Yatra rallies across several states ahead of India’s 80th Independence Day, honouring freedom fighters and promoting patriotism. Leaders including Mohan Yadav, Yogi Adityanath, Brajesh Pathak and Sanjay Seth urged citizens to uphold the Tricolour and support Har Ghar Tiranga
The Indian-American community in Boston will celebrate India's 80th Independence anniversary with the 5th International India Day Parade on August 9. The event will feature floats, cultural performances, a flag-hoisting ceremony, Indian cuisine, and programmes celebrating India-US friendship
