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India@75: Painted in the tricolour, see how Indian states and its citizens celebrated Independence day

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Today marks India's 76th anniversary of independence. This year, India is commemorating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, which honours 75 years of independence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country from the Red Fort and urged the adoption of five pledges to fulfil the goals of our freedom fighters by 2047. Here's a look at how other states and the citizens of India celebrated the occasion.

By CNBCTV18.com Aug 15, 2022 7:14:09 PM IST (Published)

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On the occasion of the country's 75th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute at the National War Memorial in the national capital. The president was joined by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is also the ceremonial commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces. Army Chief General Manoj Pande, Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar, and Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari were also present. (Image: PTI)

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Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi, at the 75th Independence Day celebrations at the Chhatrasal Stadium in New Delhi. (Image: PTI)

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