Happy Independence Day 2018. (Source: Getty Images) Happy Independence Day 2018. (Source: Getty Images) Happy Independence Day 2018: Introduce your kids to some powerful quotes by India’s freedom fighters on the occasion of Independence Day. India will be celebrating its 72nd Independence Day on August 15, this year. Citizens across the country are gearing up to celebrate the day by hoisting the national flag and singing the national anthem and other patriotic songs. No Independence Day celebration, however, can be complete without remembering our great freedom fighters who were instrumental in reinstating Swaraj or self-rule in the country after being ruled by the British for nearly 200 years. The leaders are remembered for exhibiting immense courage, for struggling and making sacrifices to gain independence. These freedom fighters inspired people to revolt against the British through their powerful words and actions that resonate in our minds even today, making our hearts swell with pride. Also Read: Independence Day 2018 speech: Netaji’s Give me blood and I promise you freedom On the occasion of Independence Day, share these powerful quotes by freedom fighters with your children:<doc-sep>Image Source : INSTAGRAM Independence Day 2018 “At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.” – Jawaharlal Nehru said these words when he hoisted the National Flag of Independent India on August 15, 1947. The realisation of the dream of breathing on a free land was not painless. After facing the difficulties and hardships of the colonial rule, India broke the shackles of slavery after 90 years of mutiny, bloodshed and political negotiations. The mere mention of this date, 15th August, fills our heart with immense pride and acknowledgement of the lives sacrificed during the course of the freedom movement. We owe this freedom to our valiant freedom fighters who didn't hesitate for once to give up their lives, just so their future generations can breathe the free air of India. This year India will celebrate its 72nd Independence Day. Click Here to Get Happy Independence Day 2018 Images, Quotes, Wishes, Facebook and WhatsApp Status in Hindi (Also read: Independence Day 2018: History and Importance of celebrating Independence day on 15th August) While everyone has their own way to celebrate India’s Independence but in the digital era, it has become vital to send wishes and greeting via social networking sites. So, here are a couple of messages and pictures which you can use to wish your friends, family and colleagues on Independence Day. INDEPENDENCE DAY 2018 MESSAGES Be the cause of unity, fight against corruption and flair the flag of our nation. Happy Independence Day 2018. Feel the pride of being the part of such a glorious nation. Here’s sending my warm patriotic wishes to make this day truly memorable Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country! Happy Independence Day! Turn every storm that bumps into India Whether it is your sewn sieve, the tricolor rises high. Freedom is never dear at any price. It is the breath of life. What would a man not pay for living? - Mahatma Gandhi. On this Independence Day, take a minute or two to thank for such a precious gift. Take time to cherish your life and your motherland. Not forgetting the sacrifice made by our heroes who have made this day a reality. Happy Independence Day 2018. On this Independence Day, take a minute or two to thank God for such a precious gift. Happy Independence Day. On this special day here’s wishing our dreams of a new tomorrow come true! May your Independence Day day be filled with patriotic spirit! Loved Indians, Let us celebrate & enjoy the freedom to live independently in our country Cheerfully, Helpfully,Hopefully, Peacefully by remembering our National Heroes who gave us Freedom after suffering pain & humiliation. A Proud Indian. INDEPENDENCE DAY 2017 PICTURES Independence Day 2018 ​ Independence Day 2018 Independence Day 2018 Independence Day 2018 Independence Day 2018 Independence Day 2018<doc-sep>India will celebrate its 74th Independence Day this 15th August with great enthusiasm and patriotism. It was this day in 1947 when India attained its long sought after freedom from the British rule.Though the Indian Independence Act was passed by the UK Parliament in the year 1947 and the Indian Constituent Assembly got the legislative sovereignty from Britishers, it's noted that King George VI continued as the head of the state till India became a complete republican constitution. Along with freedom from the Britishers, our country also got divided into India and Pakistan; riots, causalities and a displacement of roughly 15 million people were seen as a consequence of this.It was on August 15, 1947 when India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted our national flag at Lahori Gate in Red Fort, Delhi. And since then, it has become a custom for the Indian Prime Minister to hoist the Indian flag on this historical day and address the nation.This important day in India's history is a day to pay our respect and remember Indian freedom fighters who contributed to the country’s freedom. 15th August is also a day to celebrate our freedom and reignite patriotism and love towards our country.On the occasion of India's Independence Day, here are 10 quotes by famous personalities on Indian Independence Day.<doc-sep>
Independence Day and August 15 remind us of all the sacrifices our freedom fighters made for the country’s future. In the last 71 years of Independence, India has made progress in every field, be it education or its military and space programmes. And if you want to celebrate the patriotic national holiday by sharing heartfelt wishes, videos, songs and messages, we’ve got plenty for you right here. Here’s how you can wish your friends and family a happy Independence Day 2018. Independence Day wishes 1. Again, it is time for us to show other nations that we are great people from a great nation. And let’s continue our struggle towards prosperity and betterment of our dear nation. Happy Independence Day. 2. Freedom is never dear at any price. It is the breath of life. What would a man not pay for living? - Mahatma Gandhi. 3. On this special day here’s wishing our dreams of a new tomorrow come true! May your Independence Day day be filled with patriotic spirit! 4. We celebrate bravery of our ancestors and their gift of freedom. Long may our flag wave! Happy Independence Day! 5. Let’s take this day to think about of our past and resolve to build a better future for our country. Wishing you a Happy Independence Day! 6. Freedom in our mind, faith in the words, pride in our souls. Let’s salute the great men and women who made this possible. Happy Independence Day! 7. Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country! Happy Independence Day! Here are some Independence Day images you can share on social media: Follow @htlifeandstyle for more