Tripura CM Manik Saha Leads Tiranga Rally and Swachh Bharat Campaign Ahead of Independence Day
Agartala (Tripura), August 13: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha held a Tiranga rally on Tuesday ahead of the 78th Independence Day on August 15. The rally is part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to honor those who sacrificed their lives for India’s independence.
Chief Minister Saha said, “PM Modi has called for the initiative ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ to pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for the Independence of the country. We also need to pay tribute to the bravehearts in the security forces who sacrificed their lives. We should celebrate the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign very well. This started in 2022. In Tripura, this is being celebrated on 13, 14, and 15th.”
He further mentioned that the marathon organized in Tripura has created a positive environment. “We are working towards ‘Ek Bharat Shrestha Tripura’. PM Modi has given us the HIRA model of development for Tripura, which means the development of highways, internet, railway, and airway. Along with development, brotherhood should also exist. Students and social working organizations have gathered here. The way India is working for progress under PM Modi, we will also work in the same way,” he added.
The event saw participation from students, BJP state president, Mayor, AMC, Director of Higher Education, and other ministers among thousands of Karykartas. CM Saha stated that the state government has initiated a series of activities following PM Modi’s appeal in the last episode of ‘Mann ki Baat’ to celebrate Independence from August 14th to 15th in all towns, cities, blocks, panchayats, and districts.
Earlier, on Monday, CM Manik Saha attended a Swachh Bharat Abhiyan event at Battala in Agartala. The event aimed at promoting cleanliness and hygiene in the community as part of the larger nationwide campaign for a cleaner and healthier environment. Taking to the ‘X’ social media platform, Saha said, “Proud to join the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign called by PM Narendra Modi. Contributed to its success by participating in a Swachh Bharat campaign at the Battala market area today. Let’s celebrate our independence in a clean & dignified environment, reflecting the true spirit of freedom on Independence Day.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had appealed to citizens to hoist the national flag at their homes as part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign on Independence Day. In the 112th ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on July 28, Prime Minister Modi called upon all Indians to take part in the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign to celebrate Independence Day.
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Tripura -: Tripura is a small state in the northeastern part of India. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
CM -: CM stands for Chief Minister. The Chief Minister is the head of the government in a state in India.
Manik Saha -: Manik Saha is the current Chief Minister of Tripura. He is a political leader responsible for the administration of the state.
Tiranga -: Tiranga means ‘tricolor’ and refers to the Indian national flag, which has three colors: saffron, white, and green.
Swachh Bharat -: Swachh Bharat means ‘Clean India.’ It is a campaign started by the Indian government to keep the country clean and improve sanitation.
Independence Day -: Independence Day is celebrated on August 15th every year in India. It marks the day when India became free from British rule in 1947.
Har Ghar Tiranga -: Har Ghar Tiranga means ‘Tricolor in Every Home.’ It is a campaign to encourage people to display the Indian flag at their homes.
PM Modi -: PM Modi refers to Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India. He is the head of the government of the entire country.
HIRA model -: HIRA stands for Highways, Internet, Railway, and Airway. It is a development model focusing on improving these four areas in the state.
