As India celebrates its 72nd Independence Day on August 15, Indians across the world are all excited for this important day.

Indians including celebrities are sharing what freedom means to them and how they define independence on this historic day. On the eve of the Independence Day, people on social media paid tributes to those who fought and made the supreme sacrifice to free the country from the British Raj. While others marked the occasion with patriotic songs and dance.

And as the celebrations for the historic day begins, here is how people on social media are observing this day.

How is it celebrated?

It is celebrated with a day off and with great color in what is probably the most spectacular national day in the world.

There are many religious celebrations across India.

It is also marked among those who migrated to western countries like Britain.

The India tricolour flag is raised and the Prime Minister gives a speech.

India has always been close to my heart, so in spirit I wish everyone from India and who is Indian a Happy India Independence day!

love, k ❤