Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Sports Minister Escapes Flagpole Mishap
During Republic Day celebrations in Hyderabad, the sports minister was hoisting the national flag when the flagpole suddenly broke.
The pole fell to the ground near the minister, but he quickly moved aside and wasn't hurt.
One person in the crowd got a small injury and had to go to the hospital, but they were okay afterward.
The minister was lucky to avoid any serious harm.
Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari escaped injury when a flagpole snapped during Republic Day celebrations in Narayanpet, Hyderabad.
The flagpole broke due to its weight and fell near the minister, who narrowly avoided being hit.
One attendee sustained minor injuries and was treated at a nearby hospital.
The incident occurred at around 10:30 AM at the Makhtal tahsildar office.
The injured person was discharged after receiving medical assistance.
- Who
- Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari and one attendee
- What
- A flagpole snapped and fell during Republic Day celebrations
- When
- January 26, 2024, at 10:30 AM
- Where
- Makhtal tahsildar office, Narayanpet, Hyderabad
- Why
- The flagpole broke due to its weight while being hoisted
- Location
- Makhtal tahsildar office, Narayanpet, Hyderabad
- Date
- January 26 (Republic Day)
- Time
- 10:30 AM
- Injuries
- One person sustained minor injuries
- Minister Involved
- Vakiti Srihari (Sports Minister)