AGARTALA: Marking the historic occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the National Flag (Tiranga) was hoisted with full state honors and dignity at the Tripura Civil Secretariat (Mahakaran) in Agartala on Friday.
Senior Cabinet Minister Ratan Lal Nath unfurled the Tricolor on the secretariat premises, accompanied by high-ranking civil servants, departmental secretaries, and senior government officials.
Highlights of the Ceremony
- Ceremonial Flag Hoisting: Cabinet Minister Ratan Lal Nath hoisted the National Flag, followed by the National Anthem and a ceremonial salute presented by state security personnel.
- Tribute to Freedom Fighters: Speaking on the occasion, Minister Ratan Lal Nath paid rich floral tributes to the heroes of India’s independence struggle, emphasizing their sacrifices in securing the nation’s freedom.
- Government’s Vision for Development: The Minister highlighted the state government’s ongoing commitment to good governance, administrative transparency, infrastructure development, and all-round socio-economic progress across Tripura.
- Dignitaries Present: Senior IAS officers, heads of departments, administrative staff, and secretariat officials attended the solemn ceremony in large numbers.
