INDIAN FESTIVALS

Independence Day is an important day in the life of every Indian citizen. Year after year, it reminds us of our great freedom fighters who sacrificed and struggled their lives in order to free our Motherland from British rule. India was under the British for almost two hundred years. They looted our country and harmed the citizens of the country. The Britisher’s plumber the country of its wealth. However, the nation’s citizens decided it was enough and started to raise their voices against British rule. People from all over the country started to raise their voices against British rule. These people gave their lives to fight the government. There were revolutionaries like Mahatma Gandhi, who took non-violence and held various rallies across the country. All the people who took part in fighting for freedom paid off on 15th August 1947 when India got freedom. Since 1947, India has been celebrating this day as Independence Day. Citizens of India come together on 15th August every year to ...

Republic Day marks the adoption of the constitution of India and the transition of the country to a republic on January 26, 1950. Every year, the celebrations marking the day feature spectacular military and cultural colorful.  Republic Day is celebrated all over India with great gratification and joy. It’s a day to honour the Constitution of independent India. National flag hoisting in schools and colleges are regular. Cultural events advocating India’s struggle for freedom is held countrywide. In New Delhi, the national flag is hoisted by the President of India at India Gate. The gloriest of parades takes place at Rajpath, New Delhi. The parade is conducted by the Indian President and is arranged by the Ministry of Defence. Other than displaying its military prowess, the event also promotes India’s diverse culture. The event also colonizes to the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives for the country. The Prime Minister of India honours the martyrs by putting a ringlet at the Am...

The New Year festival, any of the social, cultural, and religious observances worldwide that celebrate the beginning of the new year. Such festivals are among the oldest and the most universally observed. New year’s night bonfires and barbecue parties are arranged in every house. All friends and families get together to enjoy this night. Everyone is excited for the barbeque party. The one who is responsible for marinating and preparing the barbeque makes it delicious and yummy. Every one sits around the fire and enjoy this night by eating, partying and gossiping. People also arrange amazing fireworks at night and burst a lot of fire crackers. Beautiful lights can be seen everywhere from streets to parliament houses. The city looks more beautiful at night because of these lights. There are unusual movements in markets because everyone is busy in buying new clothes, sweets, greeting cards and gifts for their family and friends. There are special discounts in every restaurant and shopping...

Fairs and Festivals hold a special value in our life. They hold a lot of significance in our lives. We can never miss our Festivals. Festivals portray our religion and culture. They remind us of our splendid past. The Festival of Raksha Bandhan is the Festival of love and Brotherhood. Sisters tie sacred threads to the wrist of their Brothers, thereby reminding them of their great responsibility. All over India, Sisters whether they are married or unmarried, young or old visit their Brothers and tie a piece of decorative thread and in return Brothers make a vow to protect their Sisters from all evil.  The word ‘Raksha Bandhan’ has a very significant meaning. Raksha means protection and Bandhan means bond. It is the celebration of a chaste bond of love and protection between a Brother and Sister. This Festival symbolizes love and harmony. This occasion comes in August. As per the Hindu calendar, it is celebrated on a full moon day. Typically, this Festival is celebrated by people hai...