Assam Celebrates Independence Day Amid Floods, Hoists Tricolor In A Boat & Knee-Deep Water

Assam is currently experiencing a tragic chain of events, seemingly?state's worst deluge in the last three decades. With more than 10,00,000 affected in the span of 24 hours and over 102 dead, people in the region are undergoing a loss they're ready to recover from.

Reuters

Amid all the difficulties and tension, the state celebrated Independence?day with the same fervour as the entire nation.?

Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unfurled the flag?at the Veterinary College ground at Khanapara, while other government officials celebrated at different venues in the state.?

PTI

While some took it the streets riding cycles, motorcycles and waving the flag, others stuck to wherever they were to hoist our revered flag.

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Let's keep the enthusiasm alive.?