By Parshant Chohan ;

The District Administration of Jalandhar has commenced comprehensive preparations to commemorate the 78th Independence Day of India with due reverence, patriotic fervour, and grandeur. In a high-level coordination meeting convened with senior officials of various departments, Deputy Commissioner Dr Himanshu Aggarwal outlined the administrative blueprint for the forthcoming celebrations.

As per the deliberations, the central ceremonial event shall once again be hosted at the Guru Gobind Singh Stadium, continuing the district’s tradition of paying homage to the valour and sacrifices that won India her freedom.

Dr Aggarwal, while addressing the officers, exhorted all departments to ensure timely and meticulous execution of their respective responsibilities. He further emphasised that the occasion serves not merely as a ritualistic celebration, but as an opportunity to honour and rekindle the spirit of patriotism, collective responsibility, and national pride.

A special segment of the celebration has been dedicated to honouring freedom fighters hailing from the district, as well as their families, in a gesture of heartfelt gratitude. Furthermore, distinguished personalities who have brought acclaim to the district through exceptional achievements in their respective fields shall also be felicitated. Recognising the contribution of government machinery, Dr Aggarwal announced that officials and employees demonstrating exemplary service records will be publicly honoured. Heads of departments have been directed to submit their recommendations by the 8th of August.

The ceremonial parade will feature an impeccably synchronised march-past by contingents of disciplined forces, exemplifying precision, discipline, and patriotic decorum. Additionally, thematic tableaux will be presented by various departments, visually depicting developmental initiatives and welfare schemes that have shaped the district’s progress in recent years.

The cultural programme will be brought to life by students from local institutions who shall present a vibrant mass PT display and patriotic performances, capturing the spirit of nationalism through colour, rhythm, and youthful energy.

The Deputy Commissioner reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to ensure that the event reflects not only ceremonial magnificence but also a deep emotional and civic engagement with the ideals of India’s hard-fought freedom.

July 25, 2025 Jalandhar

Deputy Commissioner Dr Himanshu Aggarwal presiding over a high-level coordination meeting to finalise arrangements for the 15th August celebrations.

Meticulous planning underway: Dr Himanshu Aggarwal reviews Independence Day preparedness with senior departmental officials.