Executive Summary
This report details the commemorative activities organized by the Ministry of Culture and its affiliated institutions to celebrate India’s 80th Independence Day in August 2026. Various libraries and research institutes across India organized events including exhibitions, lectures, and flag-hoisting ceremonies scheduled between August 9 and August 31, 2026. The initiatives aimed to pay tribute to the freedom struggle and promote the vision of "Viksit Bharat @2047."
Key Points / Main Content
Institutional Commemorations
National Library, Kolkata: Conducted flag hoisting, a parade inspection by the Director General, a "Tiranga Yatra," and "Selfie with Tiranga" activities.
Delhi Public Library: Organized a series of programs from August 9–17, 2026, across various branches, focusing on the role of youth and women in the Quit India Movement and the observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.
Asiatic Society, Kolkata: Held ceremonies on August 15, 2026, including the inauguration of an exhibition titled “1857: The First War of Independence” and the garlanding of Rishi Aurobindo's bust.
Central Reference Library & RRRLF, Kolkata: Conducted traditional ceremonies featuring the National Anthem, Vande Mataram, and flag hoisting.
Educational and Cultural Activities
Book Exhibitions: Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library (Patna) and Central Secretariat Library (New Delhi) organized themed book displays on "Patriotism" and the "Freedom Movement" throughout mid-to-late August.
Rampur Raza Library (RRL): Hosted a three-day exhibition titled “Bharat Gatha” from August 13–15, 2026, featuring tricolour illumination and social media outreach.
MAKAIS: Conducted seminars on "Partition Horror" on August 13–14, screened historical films, and recorded eyewitness video statements regarding the partition.
Public Engagement and Symbols
National Flag March: A dedicated march was organized at Shastri Bhawan on August 14, 2026.
Visual Displays: Activities included tricolour rangolis, special illumination of regional library buildings, and the installation of national flags to encourage public participation.
Impact Analysis
Ministry of Culture Institutions (Libraries and Research Centers)Impact
These organizations act as the central hubs for executing the government’s commemorative vision, requiring them to manage logistics for exhibitions, seminars, and public ceremonies.
Action Required
Institutions must ensure the successful delivery of their scheduled programs, ranging from August 9 to August 31, 2026, and facilitate public access to historical resources.
General Public (Students, Researchers, and Citizens)Impact
The public is provided with opportunities to engage with India’s history through specialized exhibitions, lectures, and interactive "Selfie Points."
Action Required
Interested individuals are encouraged to participate in the various "Tiranga Yatra" events, attend seminars on the freedom struggle, and visit the themed book displays.
Institutional Staff and OfficersImpact
Employees are required to participate in official ceremonies, including parade inspections, flag hoisting, and group renditions of national songs.
Action Required
Staff must attend the scheduled addresses by Directors General and participate in the various marches and commemorative events organized at their respective locations.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Culture: The primary central government body responsible for the oversight of cultural institutions and the coordination of the 80th Independence Day celebrations.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: A flagship government initiative designed to celebrate and commemorate the history, culture, and achievements of independent India.
Viksit Bharat @2047: The national vision and strategic goal mentioned in the document to transform India into a developed nation by its centenary of independence.
National Library, Kolkata: A key cultural institution under the Ministry of Culture that organized significant commemorative programs and public outreach activities.
Ministry of Culture
Libraries under the Ministry of Culture, Asiatic
Society Kolkata and The Maulana Abul Kalam
Azad Institute of Asian Studies (MAKAIS)
Kolkata celebrate 80th Independence Day 2026
with patriotic zeal
प्रव तथ: 15 AUG 2026 6:24PM by PIB Delhi
The Libraries under the Ministry of Culture, Asiatic Society Kolkata and The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Institute of Asian Studies (MAKAIS) Kolkata celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India by
organizing a series of programmes and activities. The celebrations included flag hoisting ceremonies,
singing of patriotic songs, programmes, exhibitions, lectures, book displays, Tiranga Yatra, and other
activities highlighting the country's freedom struggle and the spirit of patriotism.
National Library, Kolkata organized Independence Day समारोह with the rendition of Vande Mataram,
followed by the welcome of guests, inspection of the parade and flag hoisting by the Director General and
the singing of the National Anthem. The Director General, National Library addressed the gathering of
officers and employees of the National Library. Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour
through a range of activities including a Tiranga Yatra, “Selfie with Tiranga” and other programmes to
encourage public participation and spread the spirit of patriotism.
Delhi Public Library on the eve of Independence Day celebrations is organizing a series of programmes
from 9th to 17th August 2026 at its branches and sub-branches across Delhi, including the Chandni Chowk
Library. The activities include special illumination and decoration of regional libraries, programmes on the
role of youth, women and students in the Quit India Movement, Selfie Points and Tiranga Yatra,
observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, and dignified flag hoisting ceremonies.Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library, Patna, will organize an exhibition of books on the theme
“Patriotism” from 14 to 17 August 2026. A flag hoisting ceremony was held on 15th August 2026 followed
by a lecture on the “Freedom Movement” on 17 August 2026 .
The Independence Day programme at Central Reference Library, Kolkata, started with a welcome
address and flag hoisting by Lt. Col. Dr. Anant Sinha, SLIO, followed by the singing of the National
Anthem, full rendition of Vande Mataram by the staff members followed by distribution of sweets.The Central Secretariat Library, New Delhi is organizing a display of books on the themes of the
Freedom Movement and Independence Day at its Main Library, Shastri Bhawan and R.K. Puram Branch
Library from 14th to 31st August 2026. A National Flag March was organized at Shastri Bhawan on 14
August 2026.The Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundation (RRRLF), Kolkata celebrates 80th Independence Day
with the hoisting of the National Flag by its Director General, singing of the National Anthem and
rendition of Vande Mataram by the officers and employees.
The Rampur Raza Library (RRL) organized a three-day themed exhibition, titled “Bharat Gatha:
Sangharsh se Swadhinta, Swadhinta se Swabhiman, Swabhiman se Viksit Bharat”, from 13 to 15 August
2026. The celebrations will also include a patriotic selfie booth, tricolour illumination of the librarybuilding, tricolour rangoli depicting the map of India, installation of national flags, social media outreach,
flag hoisting and group singing of Vande Mataram.
The Asiatic Society, Kolkata celebrates the 80th Independence Day on 15 August 2026 with a series of
commemorative activities. The celebrations included the hoisting of the National Flag, rendition of Vande
Mataram and the National Anthem, and laying a garland at the bust of Rishi Aurobindo. An exhibition
titled “1857: The First War of Independence” inaugurated at the Heritage Building by Shri K.K. Mishra,
Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The Society also organised flag-hoisting
ceremonies at Raja Rajendra Mitra Bhavan, Salt Lake and 91, Ballygunge Place, Kolkata.
MAKAIAS celebrated Independence Day in a befitting manner. On 13th and 14th August, two Seminars
on Partition Horror were organized. Research fellows, Research assistants, University students with others
participated. Films on Swami Vivekananda, Cellular Jail, Matonggini Hazra, Dr. Shyama Prasad
Mookerjee were played. Video recording statements of eye witnesses were taken. Flag hoisting
celebrations with Partition Horror exhibition organised on 15th August 2026.Through these programmes, the Ministry of Culture institutions pay tribute to the independence struggle
and reaffirm their commitment to preserving and promoting the values of freedom, unity, patriotism and
national integration among the citizens. It also renews India’s commitment to building a strong,
prosperous, progressive and self-reliant India and achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
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M Annadurai
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