Bhubaneswar, 15th August 2023 – The Department of Tourism, Odisha, proudly commemorated the 77th anniversary of India’s independence with a celebration on August 15th, 2023. The event took place at a specially adorned Paryatan Bhawan, where officials came together to honour the spirit of freedom. The event commenced with the unfurling of the national flag by the Tourism Director Shri Sachin Ramchandra Jadhav. Additional Secretaries Shri Ananta Narayan Singh Laguri & Shri Balamukunda Bhuyan were also a part of the celebration.
The ceremony resonated with patriotic fervour, as attendees paid their heartfelt tributes to the countless sacrifices made by freedom fighters.
The 77th Independence Day was also celebrated in Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC). As part of the festivities, Dr. Lenin Mohanty, Chairman OTDC unfurled the National Flag at Panthanivas Bhubaneswar and addressed the gathering. Divisional Heads, Officers & Staff of OTDC attended the celebrations. The Independence Day celebration at the Department of Tourism and OTDC united citizens in the spirit of patriotism and camaraderie.
