Indians across the world enthusiastically celebrated India’s 78th Independence Day, exchanging greetings, singing the national anthem and patriotic songs, and planting trees. Here are some glimpses...
The vibrant Indian community in Australia gathered at the High Commission to celebrate August 15. (Photo courtesy: @HCICanberra)
Members of the Indian community gather at the Indian Embassy in Moscow to celebrate Independence Day. (Photo courtesy: X@IndEmbMoscow)
The rich tapestry of Indian culture could be seen on the streets of Germany with several Indians putting up spectacular Mallakhamb and dhol performances on August 15. (Photo courtesy:X@eoiberlin)
Cultural performances by children and people of the Indian community in New Zealand. (Photo courtesy: X@IndiainNZ)
Ambassador Sibi George and his wife Joice Sibi joined hands with school children in Japan to plant tree saplings on August 15; patriotic songs rendered by children from the Indian community. (Photos courtesy: @IndianEmbTokyo)
Glimpses of cultural performances put up by community members in South Korea, showcasing India's rich heritage. (Photo courtesy: X@IndiainROK)
Ambassador Amit Kumar celebrated August 15 with members of the Indian Ice Skating team who are in South Korea for training for the Asian competitions. (Photo courtesy: X@IndiainROK)
Consul General Satish Sivan pays a floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Dubai. (Photo courtesy: @cgidubai)