New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Chief Ministers and senior leaders across several states hoisted the Tricolour at official Independence Day ceremonies on Saturday as the country celebrated its 80th Independence Day.

In Gujarat, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel hoisted the national flag in Amreli as part of the state's Independence Day celebrations. The ceremony marked the occasion with the unfurling of the Tricolour and reaffirmed the spirit of patriotism and national unity.

In Vadodara, Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi also hoisted the Tricolour during an Independence Day ceremony.

In Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini hoisted the national flag at Government College in Hansi. The ceremony was held as part of the state's celebra...