Archive · 15 Aug 2026
Hyderabad Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour
In India, there is a very special day called Independence Day, when people remember their country being free.
This year, people in the city of Hyderabad celebrated the 80th Independence Day.
Government offices and neighborhood groups raised the national flag to mark the occasion.
People remembered the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the nation's independence.
Many sang patriotic songs and shared sweets with each other.
The police chief, Mr. VC Sajjanar, attended a ceremony at police headquarters and raised the flag.
He received a special salute from police officers and gave certificates to 72 police officers for doing their jobs very well.
City workers who keep Hyderabad running also celebrated and received thanks from their leader.
The human rights commission celebrated too, with songs like Vande Mataram and the national anthem being sung.
It was a happy day full of pride and gratitude across the city.
The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour across Hyderabad, with government departments and residential and commercial welfare associations hoisting the national flag.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar, chief guest at the CAR Headquarters in Petlaburz, unfurled the national flag and received a ceremonial Guard of Honour.
Sajjanar presented certificates of appreciation to 72 police officers and personnel for their exemplary dedication, meritorious service, and operational excellence.
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation celebrated at its head office, where Commissioner G Srijana appreciated the dedication and commitment of CMC employees.
The Telangana Human Rights Commission celebrated with Chairperson Dr. Justice Shameem Akther hoisting the national flag, following the singing of Vande Mataram and the national anthem.
- Who
- Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Srijana, and Telangana Human Rights Commission Chairperson Dr. Justice Shameem Akther led the Independence Day celebrations in Hyderabad.
- What
- The 80th Independence Day was marked with flag hoisting, tributes to freedom fighters, patriotic songs, sweets distribution, and recognition ceremonies for public servants.
- When
- Saturday, the 80th Independence Day.
- Where
- Hyderabad, including the CAR Headquarters at Petlaburz, the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation head office, and the Telangana Human Rights Commission office.
- Why
- To celebrate the nation's independence and pay tribute to the freedom fighters and martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation's freedom.
- Event
- 80th Independence Day celebrations
- City
- Hyderabad
- Police chief guest
- Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar
- Police event venue
- CAR Headquarters, Petlaburz
- Police awards
- Certificates of appreciation to 72 police officers and personnel
- Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner
- G Srijana
- Telangana Human Rights Commission Chairperson
- Dr. Justice Shameem Akther
- Songs performed
- Vande Mataram and the national anthem (Jana Gana Mana)