The 78th Independence Day of India was celebrated by High Commission of India in Freetown on Thursday, 15 August 2024.
2. The celebrations commenced at Chancery premises with unfurling of the National Flag by Charge d’ Affaires a.i. Neeraj Kumar Saini, followed by singing of the National Anthem and reading of the Address of the President of India to the Nation. Brahmakumari Sisters enlighten the importance of climate change and spiritual meditation followed by patriotic cultural performances made by children of India diaspora.
3. The ceremony was attended by over 150 guests including Indian nationals, diaspora members and friends of India.
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