Ramagundam: NTPC Ramagundam and Telangana celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour at MG Stadium, PTS Township. 

NTPC Executive Director (R&T) Chandan Kumar Samanta attended as the chief guest along with Deepthi Mahila Samithi President Rakhi Samanta. 

The celebrations began with floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, followed by Vande Mataram, hoisting of the national flag and a Tricolour Salami by CISF personnel. 

A ceremonial parade by CISF, security personnel, school students and NCC cadets was also held. Addressing the gathering, Samanta called upon employees and citizens to uphold the values of freedom, responsibility and nation-building. 

The programme included distribution of cycles to GEM girls under CSR, cultural performances and an aero show. 

Awards were presented to outstanding participants, teams and employees for their contributions. The dignitaries later visited Dhanwantari Hospital and distributed fruits to patients.