India will mark its 78th independence day on August 15 and celebrations have begun across the nation. On the mid-night of August 15, 1947, India was freed from British rule and it was punctuated by Jawaharlal Nehru's 'Tryst with Destiny' speech . ✨As part of celebrations of the 78th Independence Day, women employees of Material Organisation, #Vizag led a vibrant #Tiranga March on 13 Aug 24, kicking off the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in the depot.
#HarGharTiranga #IndependenceDay2024 pic.twitter.com/lDWLsTjeQn — Eastern Naval Command (@IN_HQENC) August 13, 2024 Interestingly, there are a few other nations where August 15 holds special significance.
Following are the other nations that will celebrate independence day tomorrow. With freedom as our heartbeat and pride as our anthem, the nation gears up to celebrate the 78th year of Independence 🇮🇳 Get ready for an unforgettable celebration this #IndependenceDay 📡Watch LIVE: https://t.co/AQbJKWnxwg Stay tuned!! #IndependenceDay2024 pic.
twitter.com/52J5AVZlzt — PIB India (@PIB_India) August 13, 2024 ALSO SEE: Independence Day 2019: Understanding The Recipe For Making the Perfect Patriotic Film South Korea and North Korea : Known as "Gwangbokjeol," meaning "Restoration of Light Day," South Korea celebrates its liberation from Japanese occupation on August 15, 1945. This day is also a national holiday in North Korea, where it is called "Chogukhaebangŭi nal" (Liberation of the Fatherland Day).
Bahrain : Bahrain celebrates its independence from the United Kingdom on August 15, 1971, though the official national day is observed on December 16, which marks the day the current ruling family ascended to the throne. Liechtenstein : Although Liechtenstein gained full sovereignty from the German Confederation on July 12, 1806, the country celebrates its National Day on August 15. This date was chosen because it coincides with the Assumption of Mary, a significant religious holiday, and the birthday of former Prince Franz Josef II.
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