Archive · 16 Aug 2026
Madhya Pradesh Districts Mark 80th Independence Day With Fervour
India celebrated its 80th Independence Day on August 15.
In the state of Madhya Pradesh, many towns and cities held special ceremonies.
Important leaders like mayors and collectors raised the Indian flag.
They read a message from the Chief Minister.
School children sang patriotic songs and danced.
Some students marched in parades like soldiers.
A famous singer who knows over 155 languages performed at one school.
She sang a special song in eight languages.
People remembered the brave freedom fighters who helped India become free.
Everyone felt happy and proud to celebrate their country.
Municipal Corporation Mayor Prahlad Patel hoisted the national flag in Ratlam at 7:30 am, marking the 80th Independence Day.
Collectors and district officials across Madhya Pradesh hoisted flags, took parade salutes, and read Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's message.
Students presented cultural performances, PT displays, and parades at schools including Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas.
Guinness World Record holder Suchetha Satish performed at Macro Vision Academy, featuring a multilingual rendition of Vande Mataram in eight languages.
Freedom fighters, martyrs' families, and outstanding officials were honoured with certificates and tributes across multiple districts.
- Who
- District officials, collectors, mayors, school students, and citizens across Madhya Pradesh, including Mayor Prahlad Patel, Collector Rajiv Ranjan Meena, and singer Suchetha Satish.
- What
- Celebrations marking the 80th Independence Day with flag hoisting, parades, cultural programmes, and tributes to freedom fighters.
- When
- August 15 (Saturday), marking the 80th Independence Day.
- Where
- Various districts of Madhya Pradesh, India, including Ratlam, Dhar, Khargone, Neemuch, Jhabua, Mandsaur, and others.
- Why
- To honour the sacrifices of freedom fighters and celebrate India's independence and national unity.
Congress
BJP
Party Flag Hoisting
Congress
Congress leader Harsh Vijay Gehlot hoisted the flag at his venue with party workers.
BJP
BJP leader Pankaj Rathore hoisted the flag at his venue with party workers.
- Occasion
- 80th Independence Day of India
- Date
- August 15 (Saturday)
- State
- Madhya Pradesh, India
- Chief Minister
- Mohan Yadav (message broadcast live)
- Featured Performer
- Suchetha Satish, Guinness World Record holder for singing in over 155 languages
- Special Rendition
- Vande Mataram Beyond Borders in eight languages, marking the National Song's 150th year
- Notable Honours
- Freedom fighters, Padma Shri awardees, martyrs' families, and outstanding officials