Independence Day: Tricolour to Grace 85 Amrit Sarovar Lakes in Mysuru

Fast Summary

• Mysuru Zilla Panchayat will hoist the national flag on Independence Day (August 15) at 85 lakes developed under the Amrit Sarovar Mission as part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations.
• These lakes were rejuvenated under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with a focus on water conservation,promoted through the slogan: ‘One Lake,One Resolution.’
• Chief Executive officer S. Yukesh Kumar stated this initiative aims to create awareness about water bodies and their importance.
• Celebrations at these sites will include rangoli competitions for women,essay writing,plays on environmental conservation,cleanliness drives,sapling planting,painting competitions by students,and storytelling sessions with freedom fighters or Padma awardees.
• Dignitaries such as freedom fighters or their family members, post-independent martyrs’ relatives, local Padma awardees or senior citizens will preside over flag hoisting ceremonies.
• Breakdown of lake locations where flags will be hoisted:

– H.D. Kote – 16 lakes
– Hunsur – 16 lakes
– Mysuru Taluk – 15 lakes
– Nanjangud – 5 lakes
– Periyapatna – 4 lakes
– Saligrama – 6 lakes
– Saragur -8 lakes
– T. Narasipura -15 lakes

Indian opinion Analysis

The flag-hoisting initiative at Amrit Sarovar sites in Mysuru district emphasizes India’s commitment to augmenting community-driven environmental stewardship alongside national pride during Independence Day celebrations. The integration of cultural events like essay writing and rangoli competitions showcases a holistic approach to engaging various demographics while promoting awareness about crucial issues like climate change and water conservation.Further importance lies in leveraging MGNREGA-developed water resources for symbolic purposes beyond utility-reminding citizens of collective investment in critical infrastructure like freshwater bodies-which aligns with India’s broader sustainability narratives. Hosting events at these recently rejuvenated sites magnifies public attention towards conserving natural assets within rural spaces while fostering civic participation among children and adults alike.

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