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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 10 CITY VIEWS August 22, 2025 Indian Embassy In Washington, D.C. Celebrates Independence Day In US T he 79th Independence Day of India was celebrated in Washington D.C. with a flag- hoisting ceremony on August 15, 2025 at India House. The ceremony was attended by a number of Indians, diaspora members, students and friends of India, a press release from the Embassy said. Ambassador of India to the Unit- ed States, Vinay Kwatra, addressed the gathering and highlighted the address to the nation by India’a President on the eve of the indepen- dence day Aug. 14. A cultural program with the participation of Indian diaspora children was part of the program to celebrate the day. Senior dancers of the Mayor Dance Academy performed a clas- sical Odissi dance. Students of the Gandharva School of Music per- formed a medley of patriotic songs for the gathering. Winners of a Painting and Essay Competition or- ganized by the Embassy for children of the Indian community were also felicitated during the celebrations. The ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign was commemorated through an ex- hibition on the history of the tricolor. By a StaffWriter PHOTO:@IndianembassyUS PHOTOS:X @IndiainUSA Flag hoisting at the Indian Embassy in Washington, August 15, 2025. Local performers at the Indian Independence Day celebrations in Washington, D.C. August 15, 2025. Dancers at the Indian Independence Day celebrations at the Indian Embassy in Wash- ington, D.C., on August 15, 2025. Video of India’s President Droupadi Murmu addressing the nation on August 14, eve of Indpendence Day, was played at the Indian Embassy commemmoration of I Day. India Independence Day Press Statement Secretary Of State Marco Rubio, August 14, 2025 O n behalf of the United States, I extend our congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India as they celebrate their Independence Day on August 15. The historic relationship between the world’s largest democracy and the world’s oldest democracy is consequen- tial and far-reaching. Our two countries are united by our shared vision for a more peaceful, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region. Our partnership spans industries, promotes innovation, pushes the boundaries of critical and emerging technologies, and extends into space. Working together, the United States and India will rise to the modern chal- lenges of today and ensure a brighter future for both our countries. By State Department PHOTO:X @DRSJAISHANKAR Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Indian counterpart Dr. S. Jaishankar in Washington, D.C., Jan. 21, 2025. Schumer Extends Independence Day Greetings To Indian-American Community U .S. Senator Charles Schumer has ex- tended warm greet- ings to the Indian- American community in New York and across the nation in honor of India’s Independence Day, recognizing their cultural, economic, and civic contri- butions to the state and the country. “As U.S. Senator from the great State of NewYork, I have always been honored to represent a diverse and vibrant Indian- American community,” Schumer said in his message. “The Indian-American com- munity has made outstanding contribu- tions to NewYork’s community, economy, and culture.” Highlighting his 2023 visit to India as part of his first Congressional Delegation as Senate Majority Leader, Schumer reflected on experiencing India’s rich his- tory, culture, and traditions firsthand. He reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen- ing U.S.–India ties, ground- ed in both nations’ shared dedication to democracy and prosperity. “On behalf of all New Yorkers, I am honored to wish Indian-Americans across our state a Happy Independence Day,” Schumer said. “Today, we celebrate the vast culture, diversity, and contribu- tions of Indian-Americans throughout NewYork. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday.” India’s Independence Day, celebrated annually on August 15, marks the na- tion’s freedom from British rule in 1947 and is observed worldwide by the Indian diaspora. By a StaffWriter PHOTO:Senator Charles Schumer Office U.S. Senator Charles Schumer