Public Holiday
India
India
Independence Day 2008
Friday 15 August 2008
6642 days ago | 3-day long weekend: Fri, 15 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug 2008
Quick answers
- When is Independence Day 2008?
- Independence Day 2008 is on Friday 15 August 2008 in India.
- How many days until Independence Day 2008?
- Independence Day 2008 was 6642 days ago.
- Is Independence Day a public holiday in India?
- Yes. Independence Day is a national public holiday in India.
- When is Independence Day 2009?
- Independence Day 2009 is on Saturday 15 August 2009.
About
Observed on 15 August.
Significance
Marks India's independence from British rule in 1947.
How it is celebrated
- Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort and addresses the nation
- Flag hoisting at schools and offices
- Kite flying in Delhi
Panchang on this day (New Delhi)
TithiShukla Chaturdashi
NakshatraUttara Ashadha
YogaAyushman
KaranaGara
Sunrise5:50 AM
Sunset7:00 PM
Rahu Kaal10:46 AM - 12:25 PM
Abhijit11:59 AM - 12:52 PM