Raipur, Aug. 11 -- The Chhattisgarh State Waqf Board on Monday announced that hoisting the national flag will be mandatory at all mosques, dargahs, imambaras, and khanqahs in the state on Independence Day.

Speaking about the decision, n Salim RajWaqf Board Chairma said the move reflects the sentiment that Indian Muslims "honour and respect the national flag."

"In Chhattisgarh, it is now mandatory to hoist the national flag at the main entrance or in front of every mosque, dargah, imambara, and khanqah. This decision reflects our belief that Indian Muslims deeply honour and respect the Tricolour," he said.

"This year, flag hoisting ceremonies will be held at all mosques, with respective mosque committees and imams leading the event. A d...