India celebrates Independence Day every year on August 15. India became an independent nation on August 15, 1947. In 1857, the struggle for India’s Independence started with the leader Sepoy Mutiny in Meerut. After that in 20th century, under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, the Indian National Congress and other political organisations, launched a Nationwide independence movement. The first Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru on 15th August 1947, raised the Indian national flag above the Lahore Gate of the Red Fortin Delhi. From that day till now on each subsequent Independence Day, the prime minister of India gives a speech about Independence of India and Development of Indiaand raises the flag. 15th August is a gazetted holiday in India every year. National, state and local government offices, post offices and banks are closed on this day. Every Indian Celebrates the Independence day on 15th August. Check out below, we are sharing the latest Collection of Independence Day India HD Wallpapers, Photos, Pics & Images. Independence Day India HD WallpapersDuring a gazetted holiday, government offices and most businesses are closed so people have a day off work. These are some best collection of Independence Day India HD Wallpapers, Photos, Pics & Images.