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Schools Plan Fresh Independence Day Activities Ahead of August 15

Schools Plan Fresh Independence Day Activities Ahead of August 15
Independence Day 2026: How Schools Can Plan Activities For Students, Check Fresh Ideas Here · NDTV

India's Independence Day is coming up on August 15.

On that day, the Prime Minister will raise the national flag at the Red Fort and talk to the whole country.

Many people will come to watch.

Schools want to make this day special and fun for students.

They are planning contests like essays, paintings, and quizzes about how India became free.

Teachers will also tell stories about brave women like Rani Lakshmibai and Sarojini Naidu who helped India.

Students may read the Preamble of the Constitution together each morning.

Some schools will hold classes about the Constitution and everybody's rights and duties.

Kids can also make flags using recycled materials and help with community projects.

They might plant trees or write letters to soldiers.

The police in Delhi are working hard to keep everyone safe during the celebrations.

Key facts

Event
Independence Day 2026 celebrations
Date
August 15
Venue
Red Fort, Delhi
Expected guests at Red Fort
Around 24,000
Chief guest activity
Flag hoisting and address to the nation by PM Narendra Modi
Government vision
Viksit Bharat by 2047
Security
Multi-layered plan by Delhi Police covering vital installations, markets, railway stations, Metro stations and bus terminals

Quotes

Government of India

Official statement from the Government of India

““Independence Day marks the spirit of freedom, sacrifice, and national pride. It is an opportunity to honour the contributions of our freedom fighters and reflect on India's journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047.””
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