happy independence day

Independence Day is a national holiday in India

commemorating the nation's independence

from the British Empire on August 15, 1947.

India attained independence following a

period of freedom struggle noted for largely

nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience.

On each subsequent Independence Day, the

Prime Minister of India unfurls the National

Flag and gives a speech at Red Fort, New Delhi.

The holiday is observed throughout India with

flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades and cultural

events.

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