Independence Day 2022: A glimpse of the celebrations of India’s 75th year

In the days leading up to India's celebration of its 75th year of Independence, many heritage structures, landmark areas and streets were washed in the tricolour. Tapping into the pulse of the country were Indian Express photographers who captured the spirit of the landmark occasion day in their camera. The result is this stunning photo gallery. (Express photo by Amit Mehra)

Photographed here is the Metcalfe Hall, a museum in Kolkata, under Archaeological survey of India -- illuminated to celebrate 75 years of freedom. Scroll down to see more such breathtaking photographs on the occasion of Independence Day today. (Express photo by Partha Paul)

In New Delhi, some vendors were clicked selling the tricolour, which looked super poignant in the overcast weather. (Express photo by Amit Mehra)

Raj Bhavan, which is the residence of the governor of West Bengal -- located in Kolkata -- was illuminated in the colours of the flag. Stunning, isn't it? (Express photo by Partha Paul)

Delhi's Red Fort is an important location, because every year, the Indian Prime Minister addresses the nation and hoists the national flag from here. This year, ahead of PM Narendra Modi's speech, security arrangements were overseen at the iconic location, which faces the bustling Chandni Chowk market area. (Express photo by Amit Mehra)

Female police officers were photographed on a 'Tiranga Yatra' in New Delhi on Thursday. They rode on scooters and carried the tricolour. (Express photo by Amit Mehra)

In Lucknow, civilians were photographed with a 150 sq ft tricolour shaped like a kite, as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. (Express photo by Vishal Srivastava)

In the old city of Lucknow, there was a burst of youthful energy with a group of kids photographed enjoying and playing with mini tricolours as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. (Express photo by Vishal Srivastava)

The historical Shaniwar Wada fort of Pune, which once lionised the might of the Maratha Empire, was also coloured in saffron, white and green, as part of the celebrations. (Express photo by Arul Horizon)

In Pune, people were clicked buying the tricolour. (Express photo by Pavan Khengre)

The city of Vadodara in Gujarat is all set for the 'tiranga yatra' on Monday, which has been organised with the aim to encourage people to join the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign and hoist the tricolour at home, in their offices and other establishments, from August 13 to 15. (Express photo by Bhupendra Rana)

This stunning image captures the moment the tricolour was reflected in the eyes of a girl in New Delhi. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)

The Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi looked magical as it showcased the colours of the flag on the eve of Independence Day. (Express photo by Amit Mehra)

The Karnataka Vidhana Soudha, seat of the state legislature, was lit up with the tricolour as part of the 75th Independence Day celebrations in Bengaluru. (Express photo by Jithendra M)

Delhi's Humayun's Tomb radiated with the colours of the national flag to mark 75 years of Independence on Saturday. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)

Safdarjung Tomb, a marble mausoleum and another iconic landmark in Delhi, was cast in the colours of the flag, making for a stunning view. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)

On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of India's independence, Kolkata's Victoria Memorial was decked with tricolour lights. (Express photo by Shashi Ghosh)