Tiruchirappalli, Aug. 15 -- The 80th Independence Day of the nation was celebrated with grandeur at the Armed Forces Parade Ground in Tiruchirappalli district on Saturday.

According to an official press release, District Collector Pradeep Dayal hoisted the National Flag and released

colourful balloons as part of the celebrations. He subsequently inspected the police personnel participating in the parade and received the ceremonial salute.

As part of the event, the families of freedom fighters were honoured by the District Collector with shawls.

District Collector Pradeep Dayal also felicitated 458 employees from various departments, including the Revenue, Medical, Health and Corporation departments, who have rendered 25 years of dedic...