In India, August 15 marks the occasion of Independence Day and this year we are celebrating 74 years of independence from the British Rule. After almost 2 centuries under imperial rule and after countless sacrifices and struggles, Indians won their freedom on August 15, 1947.

The sheer depth of pride felt by every Indian as they look at their country’s tricoloured flag unfurl, is a sight to behold. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, these flag hoisting ceremonies will not be organised this Independence Day like earlier years celebrations, but citizens are encouraged to do the same in their own homes and with family only in lieu of social distancing.