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Independence Day is a national holiday in India celebrated every year on August 15. It marks the countrys independence from British rule in 1947 after a long struggle known as the Indian Independence Movement.

The day honors the sacrifices of freedom fighters and leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and many others who worked toward freedom. On this day, the Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort and delivers a speech to the nation.

Across the country, people celebrate with flag hoisting ceremonies, parades, cultural programs, patriotic songs, and kite flying. Schools, offices, and communities organize events to remember the importance of freedom and unity. The atmosphere is filled with pride, with the tricolor flag seen everywhere.

Independence Day is not just a celebrationit is also a reminder of the values of freedom, unity, and democracy that define the nation.