Kamalanagar, January 26:The 63rd Anniversary of India’s Republic Day was celebrated with great pomp and gaiety at Kamalanagar, the headquarter of Chakma Autonomous District Council.

Early in the morning at 6:30 am, CADC ceremonially observed the Day in its Secretariat Complex, wherein the Executive Secretary, CADC Dangu Digambar Chakma unfurled the National Flag in the presence of councilors and employees of CADC. In his official address, he urged the public to pledge to make best use of the privileges enshrined in the Constitution on occasion of its birth day.

The Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Chawngte representing the State Government organized a grand programme in celebrating the Day. While addressing the public on the occasion, Pu L. Rinliana, SDO (Civil), Chawngte welcomed the public in Chakma with effort which was received with roaring applause from the audience.

Parade contingents representing schools and paramilitary force took part in the ceremonial display of march past.

Besides, colourful cultural items on patriotic songs were performed by school children, YCA and CADC Art & Culture Department. Volley ball matches for man and woman were held.

After the programme at the football field was over, the Chief Guest, Pu L. Rinliana visited the patients at the Community Health Centre, Chawngte and distributed fruits.