Mysuru, Aug. 14 -- As the nation prepares to celebrate the 80th Independence Day, the Mysuru Zilla Panchayat has drawn up plans to mark the occasion with a focus on patriotism, water conservation and environmental protection.

Under the VB-G RAM G (Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, (earlier MNREGA) scheme, 85 Amrit Sarovar lakes developed across the district will serve as the focal points of the celebrations.

The National flag will be hoisted on the bunds of the lakes, accompanied by awareness programmes on water conservation.

Koppalukere at Hussainpura Village in Hunsur Taluk.

According to officials, dignitaries will hoist the National flag at each of the 85 Amrit Sarovars, followed by the singing...