The City of Victorias joined the entire country in the celebration of 114th Philippine Independence with a short commemorating program at the City Public Plaza last June 12.
The theme for this year is “Kalayaan, Pananagutan ng Bayan para sa Tuwid na Daan”.
The government officials, Association of Barangay Captains, national offices, departments, DepEd family, different NGOs and students attended the event.
Councilor Mark Palanca opened with a message emphasizing on the true meaning of the celebration which is anchored in unity and freedom of the Filipinos.
Mr. Sulpicio Montinola Jr. on the other hand delivered the message for and on behalf of Cong. Alfredo Abelardo Benitez, which dealt with the freedom achieved through the countless sacrifices that goes down to the rich and colorful history of the country.
Mayor Severo Palanca lauded everyone for commemorating the special holiday while Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca was glad that the city made the effort to celebrate the country’s independence amidst the existing struggles faced by the Filipinos.
After the entrance of colors, the flag was raised while singing the Philippine National Anthem.
Simultaneous with the floral or wreath offering at the foot of the flag pole by the participating sectors, was the special song number of Jemaimah Taladico which marked the activity.
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