1 2 Pune: Residents of various housing societies in the city are gearing up to mark the Independence Day celebrations on Thursday morning with aplomb and fanfare. The day is set to commence with flag hoisting ceremony, followed by events such as singing of patriotic songs and speeches by residents. Devesh Jain, a member of the management committee of Naren Hills Housing Society in Wanowrie, said, “This year, one of our guards, who has been working in the society for 15 years, will be the chief guest.
We have prepared a video as a tribute to his service that will be played after the flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day. He has now become a security supervisor in our society. Some residents will read out patriotic poems and give speeches.
” Waste pickers working with SWaCH will participate in flag hoisting ceremonies organised by various schools, colleges, and NGOs across the city. Vidya Naiknavare, a SWaCH board member, said, “We are trying to establish our identity and change the societal perception of us and our work. Over the last 20 years, women have been gaining freedom every day from the mentality that marginalised, overlooked, or subjected us to humiliation.
Once denied entry into housing societies, we are now integral to the city’s daily life.” In an initiative by Anandvan Foundation, an NGO creating urban forest in the city, several citizens will participate in a mega plantation drive from 9.30 am to 12 noon on the stretch opposite Clover Hills Plaza on NIBM-Undri Road.
Several societies have taken up the initiative to organise clean-up drives and beautification projects within their localities. Schools and colleges have planned educational programmes delving into the history of India. The PMC has organised a cycle rally, which will start at 8.
20 am from PMC headquarters in Shivajinagar, and pass through JM Road, Alka Talkies Chowk, Tilak Road, Abhinav College Chowk, and Bajirao Road before ending at the starting point. We also published the following articles recently Independence Day 2024: Powerful speech ideas for flag hoisting ceremony The article provided ideas for Independence Day speeches for students, focusing on significant themes such as the sacrifices of freedom fighters, India's progress since 1947, the younger generation's role in nation-building, and women's contributions. It also highlighted topics like the ongoing relevance of Independence Day, environmental conservation as a form of independence, and unity in India's cultural diversity.
Independence Day 2024: Difference between hoisting and unfurling of flag The President of India unfurls the national flag on Republic Day, symbolizing the renewal of the nation's commitment to progress. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister hoists the flag, representing India's emergence as an independent nation. These ceremonies highlight the nation's journey and the sacrifices made by freedom fighters in securing liberty.
Road restrictions in south Mumbai on August 15 for flag hoisting at Mantralaya Mumbai Traffic Police placed restrictions on vehicular movement in south Mumbai on August 15 due to a flag hoisting ceremony at Mantralaya. From 6 am to 11 am, several roads including Madam Cama Road, Free Press Road, and General Jagannath Bhosle Marg were closed. Alternative routes were provided for vehicles coming from NS Road, Cuffe Parade, CSMT, and Churchgate.
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