Indian Holidays - Indian Independence Day

Gaining independence is one of the three most important holidays established in India at the state level. It is celebrated on August 15th. Both Gandhi's birthday and Republic Day, the anniversary of liberation from British control, are celebrated with special honor. At enterprises, in various institutions and organizations, a day off is established so that people have the opportunity to fully relax and take part in various events - public meetings, processions. The act confirming independence was adopted on the night of August 14-15, 1947. A prerequisite for its approval was Clement Attlee's decision to divide the state into two separate countries with Muslim and Hindu religions, which the British Prime Minister announced a few months earlier. This is how new countries appeared on the modern world map - Pakistan and India, which began their political history with a clean slate. Vibrant and original India is a mystery to Europeans. Independence Day is celebrated on a special scale in the country. Representatives of different classes, as well as members of the government, take part in the festivities. The main ceremonies take place in New Delhi, however, various ceremonial events are also held in remote regions. As part of the official celebration, the Prime Minister makes a speech and hoists the national flag at the historical citadel of Lal Qila, which is also known as the Red Fort. From the recognizable walls of the iconic historical building, which is one of the symbols of India, an appeal to the nation is heard, which the public receives with applause and laudatory sentiments. The politician’s speech contains information about the achievements and positive changes that have occurred in the state over the past months. It reminds citizens of the price at which freedom was achieved, and how much the national liberation struggle carried out in its time means. The ceremony continues with a colorful carnival, which brings a joyful and cheerful atmosphere to the city streets. Both local residents and visiting tourists who decide to soak in the incredible experience can take part in a colorful costume procession with dancing and music.