Mangaluru, Aug 15: Rohan Corporation India Pvt Ltd celebrated the 80th Independence Day with flag-hoisting ceremonies at its residential and commercial developments across Mangaluru. The main programme was held at Rohan Square, Capitanio, in the presence of residents, staff and winners of the company’s Independence Day drawing competition.
Veteran agriculturist Jack Anil hoisted the national flag in the presence of Rohan Corporation managing director Dr Rohan Monteiro, director Dion Monteiro, general manager Sumana and special guest M K Ali.
Anil was also felicitated with the ‘Krishi Vrukshanweshaka Sadhaka’ Award for his efforts towards promoting traditional agricultural practices, conserving indigenous jackfruit varieties and creating awareness about plant diversity.
Speaking on the occasion, Rohan Monteiro said Independence Day was an opportunity to reflect on the country’s progress and the responsibility of contributing to the communities in which the company operates. Dion Monteiro said the spirit of progress should also guide Mangaluru’s growth and development.
The event also marked the culmination of Freedom Palette 2026, a drawing competition held on the theme ‘The Coast in the Story of India’. The 60 finalists who competed in the final round at Rohan City, Bejai, were awarded cash prizes and certificates. Pixncil Studio was the jury partner for the competition.
Flag-hoisting ceremonies were also held at City Square on MG Road and Ballalbagh, where Adv Azeez and Dr Padmanabha Kamath hoisted the flag, and at High Crest, Kadri, where Surendra Pai led the ceremony in the presence of residents and staff.The programme was hosted by Prajna Odilnala.
