New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Delhi Assembly witnessed grand celebrations on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day where during his address Speaker Vijender Gupta said, "This is the very Assembly where national leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Vitthalbhai Patel, Lala Lajpat Rai, and Gopal Krishna Gokhale raised the clarion call for freedom."
Public thronged the 115-year-old Assembly building for the celebrations, infusing the premises with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm.
Families and visitors toured the Assembly grounds, learning about its rich heritage and admiring the grandeur of its architecture.
There were spirited performances by the Border Security Force (BSF) Band, witnessed by the visitors who enjoyed the patriotic tunes.
The vibrant...