Bhilwara: Tricolours adorn markets, patriotism sweeps the city

Bhilwara: As Independence Day approaches, the entire city of Bhilwara is bathed in tricolour hues. Markets are flooded with national flags, and patriotic posters and banners have become a common sight. The enthusiasm is palpable, with households, offices, and vehicles proudly flying the national flag.

Flag Hoisting Rehearsal at Police Lines

The district-level Independence Day celebrations will be held on August 15 at the Reserve Police Lines. Revenue and Urban Development Minister Vijay Singh will hoist the national flag.

A dress rehearsal was held on Tuesday, where ADM (Administration) Ratan Kumar took the salute and inspected the parade. Schoolchildren also participated in the rehearsal.

5 Lakh National Flags To Be Distributed

The district administration and municipality have jointly organized a tricolour rally, which was flagged off on Tuesday morning. Collector Namit Mehta, SP Rajan Dushyant, Municipal Chairman Rakesh Pathak, and other officials were present. Collector Mehta announced that around 5 lakh national flags would be distributed in the district to promote the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.

Gachchha Family Selling Tricolours For 10 Years

In Bhilwara, markets are filled with national flags, patriotic posters, and banners. One family, the Gachchha family, has been selling tricolours and other national symbols for the past 10 years near the railway station. They offer flags ranging from Rs 10 to Rs 150. Women, youth, and children are enthusiastically buying these symbols of national pride.

At the Information Centre Chowk, Rama Devi said that this year, people are particularly excited about buying national flags, with many even decorating their motorcycles, cars, and shirts with tricolour badges. The government's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign has contributed to this enthusiasm, with tricolour processions being taken out in the city every day.