Ballari remembers its rich legacy in freedom struggle on Independence Day

Planning and Statistics Minister and Ballari in-charge Minister B. Nagendra speaking at the 80th Independence Day celebrations in Ballari on Saturday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Ballari, which played a significant role in the freedom movement in Karnataka, on Saturday celebrated the 80th Independence Day with tributes to the freedom fighters who helped kindle the spirit of resistance against British rule in the region.Speaking after hoisting the national flag at the BMCRC grounds in Ballari, Planning and Statistics Minister and district in-charge B. Nagendra recalled the district’s contribution to the freedom struggle and said the sacrifices and struggles of the people of Ballari would remain etched in the history of Karnataka and India.Recalling Mahatma Gandhi’s visit to Ballari