
Every year, Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 to commemorate Indian independence and to recognise the efforts of our freedom fighters who valiantly fought against British rule. On this day, people across the nation hold cultural events, participate in parades and flag-hoisting activities. So, ahead of the special occasion, let's take a look at how the citizens of the country are gearing up for the celebrations.
In this photo, vendors selling Indian National Flag ahead of Independence Day celebrations at a city road in Lucknow. (Express Photo by Vishal Srivastav)
Residents buying National Flag ahead of Independence Day in Ludhiana. (Express Photo by Gurmeet Singh)
Rehearsal of Independence Day. (Express Photo by Renuka Puri)
Military helicopters shower flower petals as the National Flag is being unfurled at the rampart of the Red Fort, during full dress rehearsal for the celebrations of 77th Independence Day in New Delhi. (Express Photo by Renuka Puri)
Tiranga Rally in Ghatlodiya, Ahmedabad ahead of Independence Day celebrations. (Express Photo by Nirmal Harindran)
Full dress rehearsal for 77th Independence Day parade at ground of SCD Govt. College in Ludhiana. (Express Photo by Gurmeet Singh)
Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha during a 'Tiranga' rally ahead of the upcoming 77th Independence Day, on the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar. (Express Photo by Shuhaib Masoodi)
Art school students get face painted ahead of Independence Day celebration in Mumbai. (Express Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar)
Ahead of Independence Day, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai illuminated in Tricolour. (Express Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar)