Chak De India

15th August 2007, the 61st Independence Day of India!

India's Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 to commemorate its independence from British rule and its birth as a sovereign nation on that day in 1947. The day is a national holiday in India. It is celebrated all over the country through flag-hoisting ceremony and distribution of sweets. The main celebration takes place in New Delhi, where the Prime Minister raises the national flag at the Red Fort and delivers a nationally televised speech from its ramparts. In his speech, he highlights the achievements of the government during the past year, raises important issues and gives a call for further development. Prime minister also pays tribute to leaders of the freedom struggle. (text-source: wikipedia)

This picture was taken at Colaba in Mumbai. Everyone is celebrating the Independence Day...may it be an adult or a child! This kid is celebrating the Independence Day by wearing a cap made of a national flag:-)