79th Independence Day Celebrated with Patriotic Fervor Across Tripura

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, August 15, 2025

The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with grandeur and patriotic zeal across Tripura, with the main state-level function held at the Assam Rifles Ground in Agartala. Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha hoisted the National Flag, inspected the beautifully decorated parade, and took the salute at the ceremonial march-past. The event was attended by Deputy Speaker Ram Prasad Pal, MP Rajib Bhattacharjee, Chief Secretary J.K. Sinha, DGP Anurag Dhankhar, and other dignitaries.

The highlight of the programme was an outstanding cultural performance by students, showcasing their talent, enthusiasm, and patriotic spirit. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister recalled the supreme sacrifices of countless freedom fighters, stating, “Through the relentless and uncompromising struggle of millions, we broke the chains of British rule and earned our long-cherished freedom.”

During the ceremony, Dr. Saha felicitated officers for their notable achievements and outlined the state government’s successes in various fields, along with its welfare initiatives. He echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for the use of indigenous products, urging the people of Tripura to embrace the Vocal for Local and self-reliance message by supporting locally produced goods. “As the tricolor soars, let’s unite for a brighter, peaceful future,” he said, further inspiring the youth to contribute towards building a Viksit Bharat and a New India.

Dr. Saha also paid tribute to the courage of the nation’s heroes, invoking the valor of Operation Sindoor, and called upon the youth to channel their passion into nation-building.

Earlier in the day, floral tributes were offered at the Gandhi statue near Circuit House and at the Shaheed Bedi (Martyrs’ Memorial) at Gandhi Ghat, attended by Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu, Minister Ratan Lal Nath, and other leaders.

The spirit of Independence Day resonated across political and civic institutions:

At the BJP State Headquarters, State President Rajib Bhattacharjee hoisted the National Flag in the presence of Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha and party members.

At the CPI(M) State Office, Opposition Leader Jitendra Chaudhury led the flag hoisting ceremony.

On 15 August 2025, on the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, a flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Agartala Congress Bhavan at 8:30 a.m. Senior party leaders, including Asish Saha and Sudip Roy Barman, were present and paid tribute to the freedom fighters.

The 79th Independence Day was also celebrated at the State Office of the Krishak Sabha, where Pabitra Kar and other leaders of the All India Krishak Sabha were present.

At the Agartala Municipal Corporation office, MLA and Mayor Deepak Majumder unfurled the tricolor.

Across the state, government offices, educational institutions, and social organizations also marked the day with flag hoisting, cultural events, and pledges to uphold the values of freedom and unity.

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