Updated On: 06 August, 2022 10:56 AM IST | Thane | PTI
The `Har Ghar Tiranga` campaign is part of the `Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav` - India`s 75th Independence Day - to be celebrated on August 15

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A total of 17 lakh tricolours will be distributed in Thane district of Maharashtra for hoisting atop houses under the central government`s `Har Ghar Tiranga` campaign, an official has said. The `Har Ghar Tiranga` campaign is part of the `Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav` - India`s 75th Independence Day - to be celebrated on August 15.
Talking to reporters on Friday, collector Rajesh Narvekar said, "There are a total of 3,92,478 houses and 13 lakh private and government buildings in Thane district limits. So there is a plan to hoist 17 lakh flags on these properties." As part of the celebration, 21 activities have been planned in the district, he said.