Udupi: The vibrant Sai Radha Pride housing complex in Brahmagiri, Udupi, witnessed a lively Independence Day celebration, bringing together residents in a colorful ceremony. As one of the largest housing communities in the area, the event added a festive touch to the occasion.

The event commenced with a warm welcome from the newly elected president, Reshma Vishwanath, who greeted the gathered residents and guests. The Founder President, Madhukar Shettigar, took the opportunity to address the assembly, sharing his thoughts on the significance of Independence Day and the sense of community unity.

The ceremony was orchestrated by Master of Ceremony (MC) M. Iqbal Manna, who ensured the smooth flow of the proceedings. The event was graced by the presence of the Secretary, U.S. Raviraj, who extended a heartfelt vote of thanks to all attendees, expressing gratitude for their participation and support.

The celebrations were followed by a communal breakfast, thoughtfully organized to foster a sense of togetherness among the residents.

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Agra/Lucknow, Mar 26 (PTI): An aircraft carrying Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made an emergency landing at the Agra airport shortly after take off due to a technical snag, officials said.

The chief minister resumed his journey to Lucknow after over two hours, they said.

Adityanath was in Agra for a public event to mark the eighth anniversary of the BJP government in the state.

"After the programme, the chief minister was scheduled to leave from the Kheria Airport in Agra around 3.30 pm. The aircraft took off but returned shortly apparently due to a snag, which was then inspected by officials," a police official told PTI.

"The chief minister finally resumed his onward journey around 5.30 pm from Kheria," the official added.

Senior Agra district administration and police officials remained at the airport while the chief minister waited there. BJP supporters and local politicians were also present outside the airport.

Earlier in the day, Adityanath inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 128 projects worth Rs 635.22 crore at 'Vikas Utsav' held in Agra to mark the completion of eight years of his government.

"Residents of Agra now have access to metro rail services, officially making Agra a metro city. The construction of the civil terminal at the airport is in its final stages," he said, adding that previous governments failed to provide these facilities.