A man waves the national flag amid rain, on the 78th Independence Day, at Lal Chowk in Srinagar.
In Photos: Glimpses Of 78th Independence Day Celebrations By State Heads
From commoners to the State heads, India on Thursday celebrated its 78th Independence Day or Swatantrata Diwas. The government of India announced Viksit Bharat or Developed India as the theme for this year as it symbolizes the vision of a developed nation by 2047.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the Red Fort on 78th Independence Day, in New Delhi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets children at the Red Fort on 78th Independence Day, in New Delhi.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during the 78th Independence Day celebrations, in Guwahati.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge with party leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi during the 78th Independence Day celebrations at party headquarters, in New Delhi.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami hoists the national flag during the 78th Independence Day celebrations, in Dehradun.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren during the 78th Independence Day celebrations, in Ranchi.
Delhi Home Minister Kailash Gahlot addresses the 78th Independence Day celebrations at Chhatrasal Stadium, in New Delhi.