India Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Nepali Support
Summary
India is marking its 80th Independence Day, with Nepali participation in the Indian freedom struggle and support from the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu highlighted in commemorative programs. The article traces how Nepali leaders, students and activists helped India’s anti-British movement and later received support in Nepal’s anti-Rana movement.
Key Points
- India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day, and the Indian Embassy in Nepal is holding commemorative programs.
- The article highlights the role of Nepali leaders, students and common people in supporting India’s freedom struggle against British rule.
- It says figures like BP Koirala, Manmohan Adhikari, Matrika Prasad Koirala and others were involved in the Indian independence movement.
- The piece also links the Hanumannagar incident and Indian leaders’ support to Nepal’s anti-Rana movement.