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As India is all set to celebrate its 78th Independence Day on August 15, 2024, the nation is filled with patriotic zeal and preparations are in full swing. Across the country, cultural program preparations are going on and landmarks have been decked up with the tricolour. In New Delhi where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation from the historic Red Fort, security has been heightened. Preparations are afoot be it from colleges to schools and institutions and all are ready for their parades, patriotic performances, and flag hoisting ceremonies. Here are some glimpses from the ongoing Independence Day preparations reflecting pride and unity as they get ready to celebrate their hard-won freedom.
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus illuminated ahead of the Independence Day, in Mumbai. (Photo source: PTI)
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A military helicopter showers flower petals during full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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A drone being used to keep vigil near the Line of Control (LOC) ahead of Independence Day, in Rajouri district. (Photo source: PTI)
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Calcutta High Court building illuminated in tri-colours ahead of the Independence Day in Kolkata. (Photo source: PTI)
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Girls paint their faces in the colour of the Indian National flag during Independence day preparations, in Nadia. (Photo source: PTI)
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International airport lighted with tri-colour on the occasion of Indepndence Day, in Mumbai. (Photo source: PTI)
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Indian Coast Guard men hoist national flag under water as part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga campaign’ ahead of the 78th Independence Day, in Lakshadweep. (Photo source: PTI)
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Students in traditional Punjabi attire take part in full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations, in Amritsar. (Photo source: PTI)
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Indian Armed Forces personnel during full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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A woman buying tri-coloured bangles for her daughter at a shop in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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Police personnel while checking a commuter’s bag as security has been tightened ahead of Independence Day, at a metro station in Noida. (Photo source: PTI)
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Security personnel conduct a mock drill during full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort. (Photo source: PTI)
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Delhi Secretariat illuminated with tri-colour on the occasion Independence Day, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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A vendor sells national flags near the Vidhana Soudha ahead of the 78th Independence Day celebration, in Bengaluru. (Photo source: PTI)
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NCC cadets during full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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Red Fort covered with the tricolour ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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A CISF jawan keeps vigil at the Taj Mahal ahead of the Independence Day, in Agra. (Photo source: PTI)
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NCC cadets during full dress rehearsal for the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, in New Delhi. (Photo source: PTI)
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Students displaying the National flag during rehearsals for Independence Day in Chennai on August 13, 2024. (Photo source: PTI)
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