India will commemorate its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to hoist the national flag at the Red Fort in New Delhi. This will mark his 12th consecutive address and his second since securing a third term in office. The occasion celebrates India’s liberation from British colonial rule in 1947, honoring the sacrifices of freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, who played pivotal roles in the struggle that spanned over two centuries.
Beyond India, five other nations mark significant events on August 15, as noted . North and South Korea observe ‘Gwangbokjeol,’ commemorating their 1945 liberation from 35 years of Japanese occupation. Bahrain declared independence from Britain on August 15, 1971, following a United Nations survey affirming public support, though it celebrates its national day on December 16, marking the late Emir Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa’s ascension. The Republic of the Congo celebrates its independence from France, achieved on August 15, 1960, as part of the former French Equatorial Africa. Liechtenstein, while not marking independence, celebrates August 15 as its National Day, established in 1940 to combine the Feast of the Assumption of Mary with Prince Franz Josef II’s birthday, with festivities held in Vaduz near the royal castle.
India’s Independence Day will feature traditional ceremonies, including flag-hoisting, parades, and cultural programs across the nation, reflecting its rich heritage and unity. The event at the Red Fort, attended by dignitaries and citizens, underscores India’s journey toward progress and sovereignty. These shared historical dates highlight a unique global connection, as multiple nations celebrate milestones of freedom and identity on August 15, each with distinct historical contexts.