Hyderabad marks Independence Day with flags, festivities and illuminated landmarks

Patriotic fervor shines bright as young children proudly hold the Indian National Flag in front of the historic Charminar monument during the 80th Independence Day celebrations on Saturday (August 15). | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL Hyderabad marked Independence Day on Saturday with flag-hoisting ceremonies, patriotic songs, tricolour decorations and crowds gathering at landmarks across the city, as residents came together to celebrate the 80th Independence Day.The day began with residents stepping out to attend flag-hoisting ceremonies in their neighbourhoods, while many others watched the live broadcast of the Independence Day celebrations from the Red Fort in Delhi and the State-level celebrations organised by the Telangana government at Golconda Fort.In several parts of the city, people