India celebrates its 78th Independence Day with widespread patriotism, marked by sporting icons and public figures expressing their pride and love for the nation. Athletes like Rohit Sharma, Neeraj Chopra, and Sachin Tendulkar shared heartfelt messages and memories, underscoring the honor of representing India on the global stage. Music also played a significant role, with patriotic songs from Bollywood and beyond evoking strong emotions. AR Rahman's 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' and 'Chak De India' were among the many anthems resonating with citizens. Bengaluru author Arun Krishnan's guitar and harmonica renditions of the national anthem received widespread acclaim, illustrating the diverse ways people are celebrating. The overarching theme of 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' aims to drive the nation towards achieving developed country status by 2047.