Not just India, Pakistan is also gearing up for a grand celebration. Here's a peek
71st anniversary for both
In about a week's time, two countries will be celebrating their 71st year of Independence from the colonial rule of the Britishers. Both India and Pakistan were carved out from the territory that was treated as a British dominion for nearly 200 years. While Pakistan was declared independent on August 14, 1947, India became independent a day later on August 15. Here are few glimpses of the preparations being made on either side of the border.
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Sewing with pride
A worker is busy making tri-colour flag at a workshop in Khadi Bhavan ahead of the Independence day in Maharashtra's Aurangabad city.
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The yoga pose
Indian Border Security Force (BSF) soldiers rehearse during preparations ahead of Indian Independence Day celebrations at the India-Pakistan Wagah border post.
