Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is currently in jail, wrote a letter to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena regarding the flag-hoisting ceremony on August 15, sources said on Wednesday.
The festival will start with flag hoisting from 9.55 am to 10.19 am at Mithuna Laganam. The celebrations will last for almost a month, from April 12 to April 23.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge accused Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Bajrang Dal of 'igniting' the controversy involving the flag hoisting in Mandya district.
Speaking to reporters on the controversy around Hanuma Dwaja, D K Shivakumar said, "BJP leaders are trying to disturb peace in Mandya for political gains. BJP candidates lost deposit in many of the constituencies in Mandya and hence they are trying to find a political base by joining hands w
"They should have basic common sense. Let them do politics, not take the law into their hands. We respect all religions. We can't allow anyone to take the law into their hands," Shivakumar said speaking to reporters on Monday.
Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra blamed the Congress-led state government for a 'deteriorating law and order situation' after controversy erupted after the Mandya district administration allegedly removed a saffron flag hoisted in Keragodu village on Sunday morning.
On the 75th Republic Day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hoisted the national flag in Lucknow. He additionally conveyed his heartfelt wishes to the people on the significant occasion.
The vibrant and sacred Thaipusam festival commenced with great enthusiasm this morning as devotees gathered at the Kalgakasalamurthy temple in Thootukudi for the ceremonial flag hoisting.
The death anniversary of sufi saint Shahul Hameed is celebrated every year as the 'Kanduri Festival' at the world-famous Nagore Dargah.
The 467th year of the Kanduri festival began at the famous Nagore Dargah on December 17 with a grand flag hoisting. The Sandalwood procession called Taboot