Public Holiday
India
India
Independence Day 1940
Thursday 15 August 1940
31498 days ago | 4-day long weekend: Thu, 15 Aug - Sun, 18 Aug 1940 (take Fri off)
Quick answers
- When is Independence Day 1940?
- Independence Day 1940 is on Thursday 15 August 1940 in India.
- How many days until Independence Day 1940?
- Independence Day 1940 was 31498 days ago.
- Is Independence Day a public holiday in India?
- Yes. Independence Day is a national public holiday in India.
- When is Independence Day 1941?
- Independence Day 1941 is on Friday 15 August 1941.
About
Observed on 15 August.
Significance
Marks India's independence from British rule in 1947.
How it is celebrated
- Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort and addresses the nation
- Flag hoisting at schools and offices
- Kite flying in Delhi
Panchang on this day (New Delhi)
TithiShukla Trayodashi
NakshatraPurva Ashadha
YogaPriti
KaranaKaulava
Sunrise5:50 AM
Sunset7:00 PM
Rahu Kaal2:04 PM - 3:42 PM
Abhijit11:59 AM - 12:51 PM