The buzzword as we approach August 15, is independence or freedom. Though more subdued because of the pandemic, virtual events and new ways of marking a milestone, the beginning of the 75th year of Independence, are already buzzing on platforms.

We welcome some creative and stirring ways by the city to mark our freedom. There are going to be running teams conducting events to mark the milestone. An initiative where housing societies will be offered rainwater harvesting technology and learning, is designed to make Mumbaikars free of dependence on a robust monsoon. This paper has already detailed how an Operation Blood Flood is planned for August 15, a massive blood donation camp to collect as many units as possible.