Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav flagged off the Tiranga Yatra in Bhopal on Monday ahead of Independence Day.
The yatra began at 10:30 AM from Subhash ROB in the Narela assembly area, waving the tricolour to kick off the event. The yatra featured prominent guests, including Vivek Sagar, an Olympic bronze medalist in hockey, and Aishwarya Pratap Singh, a two-time Olympian and Arjuna Awardee in shooting. Both were honored by the Chief Minister during the procession.
During the yatra, CM Yadav rode in an open jeep, holding the tricolor, leading the procession. Many young people participated by cycling or walking. Despite the rain, participants maintained their enthusiasm, dancing and singing to the tunes of a DJ. The procession concluded around noon at Platform No. 1 of the station.
Other notable attendees included Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Vishwas Sarang, BJP State President VD Sharma, and Mayor Malti Rai.
Thousands of people, including children, elders, youth, and women, joined the yatra, waving the national flag. The event featured patriotic songs and saw participation from students of various schools and colleges. Due to the yatra, traffic was blocked from three directions.
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To celebrate the occasion, 101 platforms were set up for the event, and members of all communities welcomed the procession with flower petals. Participants who registered online for the yatra will receive digital certificates.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav flagged off the Tiranga Yatra in Bhopal at 10:30 AM from Subhash ROB in the Narela assembly area, waving the tricolor to kick off the event. The yatra featured prominent guests, including Vivek Sagar, an Olympic bronze medalist in hockey, and Aishwarya Pratap Singh, a two-time Olympian and Arjuna Awardee in shooting. Both were honored by the Chief Minister during the procession.
