Independence Day: Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, Bhutan PM, other world leaders extend wishes

From United States President Joe Biden to Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, world leers extended ir wishes on India’s 74th Independence Day on August 15. On joyous occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also dressed people from ramparts of Red Fort on Sunday and expressed his wishes that it would instil new energy. President Ram Nath Kovind h also dressed nation on eve of Independence Day and he talked about COVID-19, Tokyo Olympics. Among or areas touched by Kovind, in his speech, including a vision of Atma Nirbhar Bharat and Jammu and Kashmir.

Joe Biden extends wishes

Issuing a wholesome statement on August 15, US President Joe Biden said, “On this day, August 15, 1947, India achieved its long journey toward independence, guided by Mahatma Gandhi’s message of truth and non-violence. Today, that foundational commitment to respecting will of people through democracy continues to inspire world and is basis of special bond between our two nations. Over deces, ties between our people, including a vibrant community of more than four million Indian-Americans, have sustained and strengned our partnership.”

“In this moment of great challenges and opportunities, partnership between India and United States is more important than ever. Toger, we must show world that our two great and diverse democracies can deliver for people everywhere. And as we do, friendship between our nations will continue to flourish and grow. I wish all those celebrating today, in India, in United States, and throughout world, a safe and happy Indian Independence Day,” he ded.

Scott Morrison cherishes 'close friendship'

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison also posted a recorded video message to wish Independence Day to India starting off by saying ‘Namaste’ and also posting subtitles of video in Hindi. He went on to laud Indians living in Australia for buildings  “wonderful life” in island nation. In three-minute-long video, Morrison explained gravity of US-Australia relations calling PM Modi a “great partner” and dressing both nations as “proud democracies.”

Bhutan PM hails 'special friendship'

Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering also joined world leers across globe to wish India on August 15 and said, “I join people of Bhutan in celebrating bravery and spirit of valiant souls who wrote a new chapter for India with ir lives and sacrifices, leing to this day 75 years ago. In my understanding, all individuals whose path intersect with glorious stories behind India’s independence are left inspired with values of existence and sense of responsibility to nation you belong to.”

“For Bhutan and India, our leers and peoples of two countries forged a special friendship that prevailed beyond time and complexities. We will always cherish that. I take this occasion to convey our appreciation to government and people of India, particularly Embassy of India team here, for support during se difficult times. I would also like to commend embassy’s successful IndiaAt75 initiatives,” he ded.

Russia says 'India rightfully enjoys high prestige'

France, Nepal, Japan extend wishes

Indian leers on Independence Day

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