Independence Day in India is celebrated on August 15th every year. It marks the day when India gained freedom from British colonial rule in 1947. This day holds immense significance in the history of India as it symbolizes the end of a long struggle for independence and the beginning of a new era of self-governance.
On August 15, 1947, the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, hoisted the Indian national flag at the Red Fort in New Delhi, declaring India's independence. The event is commemorated every year with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor.
Independence Day celebrations in India typically include the following:
1. Flag Hoisting
2. Parades and Marches
3. Cultural Performances
4. Patriotic Speeches
5. Decorations
6. Kite Flying
7. Ceremonies in Schools and Communities
8. Fireworks
