On the occasion of India’s 77th Independence Day, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken sent greetings to the nation’s citizens. As the two countries collaborate to create a world that is open, prosperous, secure, stable, and resilient, he claimed that India and the US have a “strong bond.”
“On behalf of the United States of America, we send our warmest wishes to the people of India as they commemorate 76 years of independence this August 15. On this momentous day, we reflect on the depth and breadth of our strategic partnership, and we celebrate the proud history of the Indian people, who are the key to the bright future we are building together,” Antony Blinken said in a statement.
Antony Blinken noted that the relationship between India and US has grown “deeper” and it has become “more expansive than ever.” He said that the US stands with India in the shared commitment to tackle the most pressing challenges to ensure the peace and prosperity of people.
“This last year has shown that the US-India relationship is deeper and more expansive than ever. As the world’s oldest and largest democracies, we’ve created a strong bond between our nations, a bond that grows ever closer as we work together for a world that is open, prosperous, secure, stable, and resilient,” Antony Blinken said.
“On behalf of the American people, I extend to the people of India best wishes on this important day. We stand with you in our shared commitment to tackling the most pressing global challenges to ensure the peace and prosperity of our peoples,” he added.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh raised the tricolor at his New Delhi home on Tuesday as the nation celebrated its 77th Independence Day with fervor and enthusiasm. On India’s Independence Day, a number of famous structures and monuments were lit up in the Tricolor. India Gate, New Delhi Railway Station, and Old Delhi Railway Station were all lit up in celebration of Independence Day.