വന്ദേമാതരം ആലപിച്ച് തിരുവനന്തപുരം കോർപ്പറേഷന്‍; ഒഴിവാക്കി സംസ്ഥാന സര്‍ക്കാര്‍, കോഴിക്കോട് കോർപ്പറേഷനിൽ ചേരിതിരിവ്

According to Asianet News, the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation marked Independence Day with the singing of Vande Mataram during its official celebrations. Mayor V.V. Rajesh addressed the gathering, stating that the country is embarking on a new path of progress and that the municipal corporation remains committed to meeting the expectations of the public.

The report further highlights contrasting developments in other parts of the state, noting that the state government had reportedly excluded the anthem from certain official programs. Meanwhile, the Kozhikode Corporation faced internal divisions regarding the observance, reflecting broader debates on the protocol for Independence Day celebrations across different local bodies in Kerala.

These events underscore the varying approaches taken by local administrative bodies in Kerala regarding the inclusion of nationalistic songs and symbols in official government functions. While the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation emphasized a celebratory tone, the reports from Kozhikode and the state-level directives indicate ongoing discussions among political stakeholders regarding the implementation of such commemorative activities.