India’s 1st Independence day
-- Shruthika Krishna, 3-F, Indian Learners’ Own Academy
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
On 15 August 1947, India became independent from the British Empire following the Independence Movement led by Mahatma Gandhi and his message of non-violent resistance. The handover of power was overseen by Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India. Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Prime Minister of India and raised the Indian national flag above the Lahori Gate of the Red Fort in Delhi in honour of the celebrations.
These photos show the events surrounding the first Independence Day in 1947.
Lord Mountbatten discussed his plan for the partition of India and transfer of power with Indian leaders at Viceroy's House, New Delhi, on 2nd June 1947.
Mahatma Gandhi said: “From tomorrow [15th August] we shall be delivered from the bondage of the British rule. But from midnight today, India will be partitioned too. While, therefore, tomorrow will be a day of rejoicing, it will be a day of sorrow as well. It will throw a heavy burden of responsibility upon us. Let us pray to God that He may give us strength to bear it .... ”"
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