India, Aug. 15 -- Marking the 80th Independence Day of the nation, Odisha joined the rest of the country in grand celebrations on August 15, 2026.

Addressing a large gathering at Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi delivered an inspiring address highlighting India's glorious freedom struggle, the monumental strides made under proactive national leadership, and the state government's targeted roadmap for a "Vikasit Odisha" (Developed Odisha).

Honouring the martyrs and freedom fighters Recalling the sacrifices of freedom fighters, the Chief Minister paid rich tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Veer Surendra Sai, Utkalmani Gopabandhu Das, Utkal Gourab Madhusudan Das, and legendary tri...