The 80th Independence Day of Bharat was celebrated with patriotic fervour at Vivekananda Kendra Kaushalam (Telugu Prant) on August 15, 2026.
The programme commenced with the Flag Hoisting Ceremony at 9:00 a.m., performed by Shri Ramakrishna Ji, Prant Vyavastha Pramukh, in the presence of Shri Ravi Naidu Ji, Prant Sanghatak, committee members, and Nagar Karyakartas.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Arun Gaud ji, Prakalp Pramukh, Kaushalam, reflected on the deeper meaning of independence—not merely as freedom for a nation, but also as freedom accompanied by individual responsibility. He highlighted the role of every individual in contributing to the creation of a strong, self-reliant, and responsible nation.
Shri Shiva Reddy, Karyakarta from the Cuddapah Kendra, shared his thoughts on the significance of Independence Day and expressed his feelings towards the nation and the occasion.
The gathering then joined together for the Rashtra Gaan, followed by the singing of the complete Rashtra Geet, creating an atmosphere of patriotism and national pride.
A New Beginning for Kaushalam
The Independence Day celebration also marked a significant milestone in the journey of VK-Kaushalam. Plans are underway to renovate and expand the existing facilities and introduce a range of new initiatives and activities in the redesigned centre. These developments aim to further strengthen Kaushalam as a centre for human excellence, value-based development, and service to society.
As the first step towards this transformation, the Bhumipujan of the Vighneshwara Ganapati Devalayam was performed at 11:40 a.m. on August 15, marking an auspicious beginning to the renovation and expansion activities.
The pooja was performed by Shri Ravi Sharma Garu and was attended by Shri Justice C. V. Ramulu Ji, Prant Sanchalak, along with the Prant Sanghatak, Prant Pramukh, Vibhag Pramukh, dignitaries, well-wishers, members of the land-donor families, families residing in the vicinity of Kaushalam, and Karyakartas from the Bhagyanagar, Cuddapah, and Kurnool Kendras.
The day thus became a memorable confluence of patriotism, spiritual significance, gratitude, and renewed commitment to nation-building. The Independence Day celebration, followed by the Bhumipujan, symbolised both a tribute to the freedom we cherish and the auspicious beginning of a new chapter in the growth and development of Kaushalam.
