Mysuru: – The District Administration has asked all the officials and staff of Government Departments to attend the I-Day function without fail on Aug.15 at 9 am at Torchlight Parade Grounds.

All Government Offices, Schools and Colleges have been asked to hoist the National Flag  that day at 8 am and then report for the main event.

Taluk officials and staff can attend the function at Taluk Centres. People have been asked to use only cloth flags and not plastic ones. The flag should be hoisted in a proper way to prevent any dishonour to the Tricolour.

Illumination: Business establishments and government offices have been asked to illuminate their premises on Aug.14 and 15 to mark Independence Day, according to a press release from the Deputy Commissioner, who is also the Chairman of National Festivals Celebration Committee.