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The Independence Day of India is celebrated on the 15th August of every year to commemorate the end of British rule in India. This National festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country. Flag is hoisted at all local administrations in every state. But the main event is conducted in the capital city of India, New Delhi. Independence Day celebration starts when the Prime Minister of India unfurls the National Flag of the country. The main programme is held at the Red Fort. Independence day is a resemblance of the National Integrity and the patriotism of Indian Citizen. The Prime Minister's speech is one of the most auspicious highlight of the event. In his speech, he includes the major achievements of the government in the previous year, the important issues faced by the country and the steps to be taken for the further development of the nation. It is followed by Parade and various cultural ceremonies highlighting the various traditions of Indian culture.

On this day, the citizens pay homage to all their freedom fighters who fought to free their country from the British rule. The capital city starts preparing well in advance. All roads and major buildings are illuminated and decorated with lights and the skies are filled with colourful balloons and kites. Such kind of ceremonies and celebrations takes place in the capital cities of all states. The Chief Minister for the state hoists the flag in the state capital city. Political leaders hoists the flag at local administration and in each districts.

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