Lucknow, Aug. 2 -- The Uttar Pradesh government will celebrate Tiranga Mahotsav in three phases leading up to the Independence Day on August 15 to foster patriotism and provide citizens an opportunity to honour the freedom fighters and security personnel who sacrificed their lives in the service of the nation.
The first phase started today and will be on till August 8. The second phase will be celebrated from August 9 to 12 and the third and final phase from August 13 till August 15.
Chief Secretary S P Goyal has issued instructions to District Magistrates, Additional Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary of all departments.
The objective of the campaign is to encourage citizens to hoist the national flag in their homes and buil...