Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Independence Day 'At Home' Invite Showcases Eastern Indian Heritage
Imagine the President is throwing a big party for Independence Day!
This year, the invitations are extra special, like a gift box showcasing beautiful art and crafts from eastern India.
Inside, you'll find a hand-painted invitation in a bamboo frame, along with paintings from different states.
The food will also be a delicious taste of the east, with dishes like litti-chokha.
The invitations were made with the help of many artists, and they reflect the President's focus on showing off India's different cultures.
The 'At Home' event, held on Independence Day, will feature art and cuisine from eastern Indian states.
The invitation kits include handcrafted boxes, paintings, and a specially designed stole, showcasing regional artistry.
The menu will feature dishes from Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand.
The invitations were curated by the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, with artisans from the four states.
The event is inspired by President Droupadi Murmu's interest in showcasing India's cultural diversity.
- Who
- The event is hosted by Rashtrapati Bhavan and will include the Prime Minister, Cabinet members, diplomats, and other dignitaries.
- What
- The President's Independence Day 'At Home' event will highlight art, craft, and cuisine from eastern Indian states.
- When
- The event will be held on August 15th, to mark the 79th Independence Day.
- Where
- The event will be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Why
- The event aims to showcase India's cultural diversity, with a focus on eastern Indian states this year.
- Event
- President's 'At Home' on Independence Day
- Date
- August 15
- Focus
- Eastern Indian States (Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand)
- Invitations
- Handcrafted boxes with paintings and a stole.
- Artisans
- Over 100 artisans, mostly women, collaborated with NID
- Previous Theme
- Southern Indian states (Republic Day)