India observes 80th Independence Day / IANS
India marked eight decades of independence on Aug 15, as celebrations unfurled nationwide. From the ceremonial flag hoisting at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi to quiet local gatherings in distant villages, citizens celebrated eight decades of freedom.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort / IANS
Glimpse of India’s 80th Independence Day at the Red Fort in New Delhi / IANS
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant and other ministers during the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. / IANS
dependence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in New Delhi. / IANS
Ahmedabad: Students wave national flags during Independence Day celebrations at Anjuman-E-Islamic School / IANS
Hyderabad: Persons with disabilities riding electric cycles and carrying Tricolour flags / IANS
Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik creates a sand sculpture with the message ‘Happy Independence Day, Unity in Diversity’ at Puri Beach / IANS
Bardhaman: BJP leaders and party supporters take part in a 'Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan' march in Bardhaman / IANS
Ajmer: National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets march during India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations at Mayo College. / IANSDiscover more at New India Abroad.
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