Independence Day 2022: India is celebrating 75 years of its Independence on Monday. India became a free country on this day on August 15, 1947, ending nearly two centuries of British rule, and went on to become the largest democracy in the world. Saluting the spirit of independence, search engine Google has joined the celebrations with a Google Doodle that gives a traditional festive touch to the special day.
Today’s Doodle has been illustrated by Kerala-based artist Neethi, who says the age-old tradition of kite-flying is "integral to the Indian Independence Day festivities". It's a GIF animation that makes it more dynamic.
Kite-flying has been considered a symbol of independence. Recreational or competitive kite-flying is a popular Independence Day tradition as the revolutionaries fighting for India's freedom were known to fly kites with slogans to protest against the British rule.
"My artwork depicts the culture around kites- from the craft of creating bright beautiful kites to the cheerful experience of a community coming together. The vast expanse of sky brightly speckled with soaring kites is a colorful symbol of the great heights we have achieved," Google quotes Neethi as saying.
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The entire country celebrates Independence Day with great enthusiasm, even as the biggest annual celebration takes place at Delhi's Red Fort, from the ramparts of which the prime minister hoists the tricolour in synchronisation with a 21-gun salute and playing of the national anthem. The PM then delivers his televised, which is followed by a parade.
On Monday, PM Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation from the Red Fort. This will be his ninth Independence Day as the prime minister.
Security has been stepped up in the national capital on the occasion, with the Delhi Police deploying over 10,000 personnel.
The area is under high vigil. From facial recognition system cameras at the entry point of the historic monument to a multi-layered security cover and deployment of over 400 kite catchers on rooftops and other sensitive locations are in place to counter any threats.
According to the police, anti-drone systems from the Defence Research and Development Organisation and other agencies have also been installed.