Archive · 18 Aug 2026
MHADA Marks 80th Independence Day with Patriotic Flag Hoisting
Every year on August 15, India celebrates Independence Day, the day the country became free from British rule long ago.
This year, India marked its 80th Independence Day.
A housing authority called MHADA held a special celebration at its office in Mumbai.
The leader of MHADA, Sanjeev Jaiswal, raised the Indian national flag high.
Police officers and security guards saluted the flag in a special ceremony.
Everyone sang the national anthem and the Maharashtra state song together.
People also performed patriotic songs and dances.
Children of the officers and employees took part in the performances too.
The event reminded everyone of the freedom fighters who helped India become independent.
Everyone left feeling proud of their country and committed to helping build it.
MHADA celebrated India's 80th Independence Day at its headquarters in Bandra East, Mumbai, on August 15, 2026.
Vice President and Chief Executive Officer Sanjeev Jaiswal hoisted the National Flag at the ceremony.
Contingents from Kherwadi Police Station, Maharashtra Security Force and MHADA Security Guards presented a ceremonial salute.
Cultural programmes featuring patriotic songs were performed by MHADA officers, employees and their children.
The Independence Day Special Issue of MHADA's in-house journal 'Parisar Parichay' was released during the event.
- Who
- MHADA Vice President and CEO Sanjeev Jaiswal, along with MHADA officials, officers, employees and their children
- What
- A flag hoisting ceremony and cultural programmes celebrating India's 80th Independence Day
- When
- August 15, 2026
- Where
- MHADA Headquarters, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To celebrate India's Independence Day with patriotic fervour and pay tribute to the sacrifices of the country's freedom fighters
- Occasion
- 80th Independence Day of India
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Venue
- MHADA Headquarters, Bandra East, Mumbai
- Flag Hoisted By
- Sanjeev Jaiswal, Vice President and CEO, MHADA
- Saluting Contingents
- Kherwadi Police Station, Maharashtra Security Force, MHADA Security Guards
- Guest Speaker
- Milind Shambharkar, Chief Officer, Mumbai Building Repairs and Reconstruction Board
- Publication Released
- Independence Day Special Issue of 'Parisar Parichay'