KATHMANDU: The 79th Independence Day of India was celebrated today at the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, with participation from the Indian community and friends of India in Nepal.
The event began with the hoisting of the national flag by the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava followed by the broadcast of President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day. In her remarks, the President reflected on India’s remarkable progress over the past 78 years.
On the occasion, the Ambassador honoured the widows and next of kin of deceased personnel of the Indian Armed Forces, presenting AGIF (Army Group Insurance Fund) cheques totaling NPR 6.4 crores.
The Embassy also announced a book grant for 39 educational institutions and libraries across seven provinces and 21 districts of Nepal, aiming to improve access to educational resources for students in remote areas.
The celebrations saw enthusiastic participation from members of the Indian community, friends of India, Embassy officials, and their families. The occasion featured vibrant cultural performances of patriotic songs by students from the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center of the Embassy and Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kathmandu.
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