Yes, you've guessed...another national holiday! The flags are out, Kolam's have been drawn and everyone is wearing a little Indian flag pinned to their chests. I even saw a white cow with one horn painted green and one painted orange.
This time it is a celebration to mark the adoption of the Constitution of India and the transition of India from a British Dominion to a republic on 26th January 1950. On this date the country realised the dreams of Mahatma Ghandi and other freedom fighters who, fought for and lost their lives for the independence of this country.Today, the anniversary is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country especially in the capital New Delhi with a remembrance service, awards for outstanding individuals who have served their country and a Grand Parade. Here's two links to some pictures of today and last year's events.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_pictures/7850848.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_pictures/7210526.stm
Each state capital also has a celebration and parade, Chennai being the state capital of Tamil Nadu is no exception and 100's of thousands were expected at Marina Beach today for celebrations and a political rally. We decided to head out of town for a little peace and quiet...and found it thank goodness, at Fishermans Cove.
On Friday Luke's school held a ceremony where all the little ones paraded in a circle, wearing national colours, the indian flag was raised and the national anthem was sung.
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