Independence Day 2025: August 15 is one of the most special days for the country of India. The day of August 15 is celebrated as Independence Day, India became independent on this day. The country of India, which was covered with the British rule, got freedom from fetters on August 15. Therefore, we celebrate this day as Independence Day.
You know about the two days of patriotism on 15 August and 26 January, but do you know the real difference between these two. Apart from this, there is a difference in the way the flag is hoisted on both Independence Day and Republic Day on the occasion of the day.
Here on both Independence Day and Republic Day, India are associated with the independence of the country. India gained independence with the end of British rule on 15 August 1947 after a long struggle. They also celebrate this day as Independence Day. Independence Day is the day to pay tribute to the sacrifice of revolutionaries and the lands of the country who put on their sacrifice in the freedom struggle. Apart from this, knowing Republic Day, India implemented its constitution on 26 January 1950 and became a sovereign republic. This special day symbolizes that, now the highest power of the country is in the hands of the people and their chosen representatives.
There is also a difference of hoisting the flag between Independence Day and Republic Day. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister hoists the national flag upwards, which is a symbol of the nation, rising from slavery. The flag is tied down and is pulled up and opened. Apart from this, on the occasion of Republic Day, the President does not hoist the flag but unfurls, which is already tied above, it shows that India is now a fully established republic. This small but meaningful difference explains the purpose of both days. The Prime Minister of India hoists the flag at the Red Fort on Independence Day.
There are special events to patriotism on both Independence Day and Republic Day. Independence Day events are mostly locally localized, hoisting flags and cultural programs in schools, offices, colonies and societies. Apart from this, the attraction of the parade is grand on the occasion of Republic Day. Both days awaken the spirit of patriotism and pride, but Independence Day reminds us of the price and struggle of freedom and the Republic reminds us of the country.
