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Press Release: Celebrations of the 74th Independence Day of India

Embassy of India
Thimphu


Press Release: Celebrations of the 74th Independence Day of India

The 74th Independence Day of India was celebrated in solemn and dignified demeanour at the Embassy of India, Thimphu, against the backdrop of the National Lockdown imposed in Bhutan due to COVID-19.

Ambassador of India Ruchira Kamboj hoisted the National Flag followed by the National Anthem, at the India House Estate. She also read out the Hon’ble President’s Address to the Nation. The Ambassador spoke to gathered members of the Indian Embassy/ community about recent major initiatives announced by the Prime Minister: Atma Nirbhar Bharat; the New Education Policy and the One Nation One Ration Card Scheme.

15 August 2020