The programme commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag, followed by the singing of Jana Gana Mana, the National Anthem. Thereafter, the Secretary of the Mission addressed the gathering on the significance of Independence Day and recalled the sacrifices and struggles of the great men and women who dedicated their lives to the freedom of our motherland.
This was followed by the solemn reading of the Preamble to the Constitution of India and the National Pledge by the Secretary of the Mission. The programme continued with the rendering of the Swadesh Mantra and concluded with a patriotic closing song presented by the music teachers and Brahmacharins.
The programme was attended by the hostel students, their parents, students of the Gadadhar Abhyudaya Prakalpa (GAP), and other students of the Centre. All participated with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit.
The programme concluded with “Jai Hind!”, followed by refreshments for all the participants.
