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Independence Day & social media

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India and more than a billion Indians celebrated the 72nd Independence Day today with patriotic fervour as thousands joined the celebrations that were peaceful despite terror threat and boycott calls made by militant outfits in the Northeast. While some people celebrated the national festival attending government events at parade grounds, others planned special programmes to mark the occasion.

And the social media was buzzing with activity as people shared their celebrations and experiences on various platforms.

Politicians, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind, took to facebook and twitter to share their celebrations. While President Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of the 72nd Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolour at Red Fort this morning and also addressed the nation, his speech and other highlights of the address shared on social media platforms.

Other politicians also took to the social media to wish people on Independence Day.

Celebrities from other spheres also posted messages and uploaded their celebrations on facebook, twitter, instagram etc.

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