India’s 80th Independence Day marked in Kathmandu
Summary
India’s 80th Independence Day was marked in Kathmandu with a flag-hoisting ceremony, cultural performances and participation from the Indian community and Nepali citizens. The embassy also honoured families of deceased Indian Armed Forces personnel and announced book grants for 22 educational institutions and libraries in Nepal.
Key Points
- The Embassy of India in Kathmandu marked India’s 80th Independence Day with members of the Indian community and Nepali citizens attending.
- Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava hoisted the flag and the embassy screened President Droupadi Murmu’s address.
- The embassy honoured widows and next of kin of 11 deceased Indian Armed Forces personnel and handed over insurance cheques worth Rs82 million.
- Book grants were announced for 22 educational institutions and libraries across seven provinces of Nepal, alongside cultural performances by Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre teachers and students.
