Flag hoisting

Independence Day is celebrated annually on 15 August as a public holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from the United Kingdom. India got her freedom from British rule on August 15, 1947. The main event will be the flag hoisting ceremony at the Red Fort in Delhi.

A drawing of an Indian flag along with a person holding it.

Independence Day is an important national holiday for our country. Teachers and parents can help students practice for this activity beforehand. We have a holiday, but kids go to school to attend the flag hoisting ceremony. We sing the national anthem and raise a salute to the tricolour. After celebrating Independence Day at school, we go home and watch the national parade that takes place in the capital city, on television.

Independence Day is also a celebration of our country’s diverse cultures. Vande Mataram, our national song, has great significance on this special day. Teachers and school authorities can take a brilliant step as part of the Independence Day activities - they take kids for a tree plantation drive.

Kids can dress up as freedom fighters in this special fancy dress competition. Schools and housing societies hold cultural events for Independence Day.

People show their love for the country by singing patriotic songs, displaying the flag. On this day, we honour the sacrifice of our freedom fighters.