WATCH: From India Gate To J-K’s Salal Dam, Landmarks Glow In Tricolour On Independence Day Eve

These illuminated landmarks remind every Indian—whether in bustling metros or serene valleys—of the sacrifices that shaped the nation and the collective dreams that continue to guide its future.

The nationwide display of lights ahead of August 15 is not just an aesthetic spectacle but a reaffirmation of shared pride and identity.

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As the nation gears up to celebrate its 79th Independence Day, iconic landmarks across India have been bathed in the hues of the national flag, turning cityscapes into canvases of patriotism.

From the grandeur of Delhi’s India Gate to the engineering marvel of Jammu and Kashmir’s Salal Dam, the tricolour illumination is capturing hearts and symbolising unity.

In the national capital, India Gate stands resplendent under a cascade of saffron, white, and green lights. The monument, a symbol of sacrifice and national pride, has once again become a focal point for visitors and locals.

VIDEO | Delhi: India Gate illuminates in tricolour as the country will celebrate 79th Independence Day tomorrow.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/UuGDPiMJhC

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 14, 2025

Moving to the financial hub, Mumbai’s Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has been lit up in the tricolour, symbolising the strength and resilience of India’s economy.

Mumbai, Maharashtra: The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is adorned with lights on the eve of the 79th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/kCXoKNep3y

— IANS (@ians_india) August 14, 2025

Just a short distance away, the historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) is also glowing in patriotic shades, its Victorian Gothic architecture adding grandeur to the Independence Day celebrations.

The lighting not only enhances the monument’s beauty but also serves as a nod to the city’s cultural and historic richness.

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus is adorned with the Tricolour on the eve of the 79th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/sHo1yqKkUv

— IANS (@ians_india) August 14, 2025

Further north, in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Salal Dam—a critical hydroelectric project on the Chenab River—has been adorned in the colours of the national flag.

The shimmering reflection of saffron, white, and green on the dam’s waters creates a spectacular visual, symbolising energy, power, and unity.

Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir: On the eve of 79th Independence Day, the Salal Dam is illuminated with the tricolor of Tiranga pic.twitter.com/EbUYoqqESH

— IANS (@ians_india) August 14, 2025

Adding to this nationwide tapestry of light is West Bengal’s contribution. In Kolkata, the Reserve Bank of India building has been lit up in the colours of the national flag, symbolising financial stability and national pride.

#WATCH | West Bengal | Reserve Bank of India building in Kolkata illuminated in colours of the Tricolour on the eve of #IndependenceDay2025. pic.twitter.com/tMExTARFxH

— ANI (@ANI) August 14, 2025

Nearby, the Calcutta High Court—one of the oldest and most iconic judicial institutions in the country—also stands illuminated, transformed into a beacon of patriotism.

#WATCH | West Bengal: Calcutta High Court in Kolkata illuminated in colours of the Tricolour on the eve of #IndependenceDay2025. pic.twitter.com/bbRvUxsWYw

— ANI (@ANI) August 14, 2025

Also, the iconic Howrah Bridge dazzled in vibrant tricolour lighting.

Howrah, West Bengal: Howrah Bridge is illuminated on the eve of the 79th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/EczQCYaC19

— IANS (@ians_india) August 14, 2025

These illuminated landmarks remind every Indian—whether in bustling metros or serene valleys—of the sacrifices that shaped the nation and the collective dreams that continue to guide its future.