On the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day, United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended warm wishes and praised the enduring relationship between the two nations. Celebrated annually on August 15, India's Independence Day marks a significant moment in the country's history.

In a press statement released by the US Department of State, Blinken expressed his congratulations to the people of India, highlighting the rich and diverse history of the Indian people and the promising future of US-India relations. "On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India as they celebrate the anniversary of their country's independence," Blinken said. He emphasized the strong foundation of their partnership, built on mutual respect for democracy, freedom, and human dignity.

Blinken noted that the cooperation between the US and India is rapidly growing, covering various areas such as climate change, clean energy, defense, and space technologies. He praised the expanding bilateral ties and the shared vision for a free, open, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. "Our comprehensive global and strategic partnership is grounded in the deep bonds between our peoples and economies," he added.

As India prepares to celebrate its Independence Day on August 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will mark the event by hoisting the national flag at the Red Fort in Delhi, delivering his 11th consecutive speech from this historic site. The celebration will be observed across the country, from Srinagar to Ladakh and beyond, as citizens come together to honor their freedom.

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