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India's 80th Independence Day Invites Showcase Seva Teerth, Dharm Chakra

India's 80th Independence Day Invites Showcase Seva Teerth, Dharm Chakra
From Seva Teerth To Dharm Chakra: Symbols Of Duty Mark India's 80th Independence Day Invites · freepressjournal.in

India is getting ready to celebrate its 80th Independence Day at the Red Fort in Delhi.

The invitation cards for the big event show a new government building called Seva Teerth, which means a place of service.

Seva Teerth is where the Prime Minister's Office and some important government offices now work.

The cards also show a special wheel called the Dharm Chakra, which reminds people to do their duty and help others.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the Seva Teerth building in February.

Before that, the Prime Minister's Office was in an old building called South Block, built by the British.

The celebration also marks 150 years of the song 'Vande Mataram' and cheers on young people helping India grow.

The seats at the celebration are named after lakes from across India, to remind everyone to take care of water.

Last year, on Republic Day, the seats were named after rivers.

The invitations even have QR codes that let people watch the event online or find their way to the venue.

Key facts

Event
80th Independence Day celebrations
Venue
Red Fort complex, New Delhi
Invitation motifs
Seva Teerth complex and Dharm Chakra
Seva Teerth houses
Prime Minister's Office, National Security Council Secretariat, Cabinet Secretariat
Seva Teerth inauguration
February 13, inaugurated by PM Modi
Commemoration
150 years of 'Vande Mataram'
Seating enclosures
Named after major lakes of India
Invitation issuer
Defence ministry

Quotes

Defence Ministry spokesperson

Official representative of India’s Ministry of Defence

“"With this spirit, the invitation cards for the main event this year showcase Seva Teerth to motivate the people to move forward with dedication for the well-being of every citizen. Dharm Chakra on the invitation card symbolises the eternal movement of righteous duty and continuous selfless action," it said.”
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“"The grand event will also commemorate 150 years of the enduring legacy of the national song 'Vande Mataram' and celebrate the energy, aspirations and pivotal contribution of 'Yuva Shakti' in driving India's journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047," the defence ministry has said.”
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