August 15 Independence Day In India

National Holiday – August 15 Independence Day

India gained its independence from the British Empire on August 15th, 1947. The country celebrates Independence Day every year with a National Holiday on August 15th.

The Indian Independence Act was passed by the British Parliament in July 1947 and came into effect from August 15, 1947.

“Long years ago we made a tryst with destiny, and now the time comes when we shall redeem our pledge, not wholly or in full measure, but very substantially. At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom. A moment comes, which comes but rarely in history when we step out from the old to the new when an age ends, and when the soul of a nation, long suppressed, finds utterance. It is fitting that at this solemn moment, we take the pledge of dedication to the service of India and her people and to the still larger cause of humanity.”

— Tryst with Destiny speech, Jawaharlal Nehru, 15 August 1947

Independence Day Celebrate

Flag hoisting, parade, fireworks, singing patriotic songs and the National Anthem Jana Gana Mana, speech by the Prime Minister of India and President of India. It celebrates the country’s independence from the British Empire on 15th August 1947. The day is celebrated with patriotic fervour and Military Parades.

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