The Independence Day in India is celebrated annually on August 15th. The day marks the end of British rule in 1947 and celebrates India’s Independence and freedom from enslavement. To mark independence every year, people from different parts of the country celebrate the day with their own unique traditions and cultures.
Every year the streets are beautifully adorned with the tricolors of the national flag. The Shops, malls and localities are beautifully graced with flags and dupattas, children attired in orange, white and green, marching alongside the road, upraising the national flag, and TV programs, showing documentaries, patriotic films and rallies and live flag hoisting ceremony at the Red Fort.
Day of Independence
August 15th, 1947, was the day when India gained its independence after the 200 years of British rule. Dr Jawaharlal Nehru— the first Prime Minister of India raised the national flag at the Lahori Gate of the Red Fort in Delhi and addressed the nation, making it a tradition which continues even today.
India’s Capital city, New Delhi is still referred to as the epicenter of marking several kinds of Independence Day festivities.
From Prime Minister speech at the Red Fort, following the rallies from Indian armed forces and Delhi Police to reminding the people about the freedom struggle, and finally the national anthem ‘Jana Gana Mana’, the day unfolds.
Kite Flying Tradition of Independence Day
Independence Day celebrations would never feel complete without the Kite flying tradition. As India enters the Independence Day celebrations week, the skies are filled with vibrant and colorful kites, depicting the freedom and India’s rich culture. This vibrant and alluring culture is eminent in Delhi, NCR, Punjab and many parts of North India.
Significance of Kite Flying Tradition
The Kite Flying Tradition is a synonym to the Independence Day in India. This tradition has a long history behind it. In 1928, many freedom fighters raised slogans like ‘Simon Go Back” to protest the Simon Commission. These slogans gained widespread attention and impacted the public imagination, so people across the nation began writing itthem on kites and sending those skyward.
Tricolor unfurled on Top of Clock Tower at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk
Marking the grand Independence Day, the Tricolor is ceremoniously hoisted at the historic clock tower situated in Lal chowk, Srinagar. Over the past few years, this event has become a significant symbol of national pride and unity. The ceremony was accompanied by the enchanting of Bharat Mata Ki Jai by the people.
Serving Langar to thousands of people in Punjab
Langer seva, is the most significant practice carried out especially in Punjab by Sikh community during special festivals and events. On Independence Day, many gurudwaras across Punjab organize special langar and celebrate the spirit of freedom by feeding thousands of people and even larger crowds.
The tradition was started by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Guru of Sikh community. He started this as a part of selfless service and welcoming everyone regardless of their background.
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