What Happened at the Historic 1508-metre Tricolour Mega Tiranga Rally in J&K's Doda?

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Key Takeaways
- Record-setting 1508-metre-long national flag displayed.
- Massive participation from students and citizens.
- Event organized under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner.
- Similar celebrations held across the district.
- Emphasis on unity and national pride through cultural performances.
Doda (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 12 (NationPress) In a historic celebration of Independence Day, the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir experienced an extraordinary Mega Tiranga Rally, showcasing a 1508-metre-long national flag that will be etched in memory for years to come.
Under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh, the impressive Tricolour was carried by enthusiastic school students, exemplifying a remarkable show of patriotism this past Monday.
The rally commenced at the Entry Point-Welcome Doda Gate and concluded at the Community Hall, filling the streets with resonant chants of unity and nationalism.
With participation from students of both government and private schools, district officials, social workers, NGOs, media representatives, and local citizens, the event was a vibrant display of community spirit.
Participants waved flags, sang patriotic anthems, and shouted spirited slogans, creating an emotionally charged atmosphere filled with pride.
Jointly inaugurated by DDC Chairman Dhananter Singh Kotwal and DC Doda Harvinder Singh, the rally set a spirited tone for the upcoming Independence Day festivities.
Similar Tiranga rallies occurred throughout the district in Bhaderwah, Gandoh, and Thathri, with students from GHSS Bhaderwah, HSS Gandoh, and GHSS Thathri displaying immense enthusiasm.
The streets were decorated with the Tricolour, local artists performed cultural acts, and students waved flags and sang songs, pledging to uphold the nation's unity and integrity.
Through songs, dances, and performances celebrating India's diversity and unity, the artists received thunderous applause from the audience.
Continuing the momentum, the Tiranga Rally will carry on nationwide tomorrow, paving the way for Independence Day on August 15.
The celebrations will culminate in an engaging cultural program at the Community Hall, featuring students, Cultural Academy artists, and local performers presenting an array of vibrant and heartfelt patriotic acts.
Earlier, government school students in the district crafted and sent 3,000 handmade rakhis to soldiers stationed at the China border in Leh, Ladakh, as part of the ongoing Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign 2025.