Patriotic fervour and gaiety mark Independence Day celebrations in Madurai

Patriotic fervour and gaiety marked the 79th Independence Day celebrations in Madurai district on Friday.

Agrofood Chamber of Commerce and Industry president S. Rethinavelu hoisted the national flag at the Agro Food Trade Centre. He said that Madurai must be immediately added to the list of Indian tourist cities recommended by the Civil Aviation Ministry for the unlimited air services between ASEAN Countries.

At Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, its president N. Jegatheesan hoisted the national flag on the chamber premises.

He said that Madurai Airport expansion project should be completed expeditiously. He added that a Global Investors meet should be held in Madurai.

Tamil Nadu Foodgrains Merchants Association president S.V.S.S. Velshankar hoisted the national flag on the association premises. He said encroachments along the Vaigai river should be removed and the projects announced for Madurai should be completed expeditiously. He added that the Metro Rail project for Madurai should be extended till Melur.