Here’s how Independence Day was celebrated in the national capital
India@75: How Delhi Chief Minister marked Independence Day
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal celebrates Independence Day at Chhatrasal Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. On the occasion, he commemorated India's freedom fighters including Mahatma Gandhi, Dr B R Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh and Asfaqulla Khan. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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Speaking on I-Day, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said, “We just need five years and we can change the entire system, from education to health, in the country." (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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A year ago, the Delhi CM promised that on the 75th anniversary of Independence, 500 giant Tricolours would be erected across the city. "Fulfilled the promise made to Delhi today. Delhi hoisted its 500th Tricolor near Mayur Vihar," the CM tweeted on Independence Day. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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On the occasion of Independence Day, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said, "We all have to take a pledge to make India Number 1. All Indians fought together to kick the British out of India and got Independence. Similarly, we can take India to top if we all work together." (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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Delhi government students at the Independence Day parade at Chattarsal stadium. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal speaks at the Har Hath Tiranga programme. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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As part of the Amrit Mahotsav celebration, residents joined in the singing of the national anthem under a 165 feet Tricolor. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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The Delhi CM was seen celebrating with Tricolour balloons. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
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In Delhi, people fly kites at the DND park near Okhla, a tradition on Independence Day. (Express Photo: Praveen Khanna)
