70 years of Independence: All-pervading national fervor is gripping nation

70 years of Independence Day

Though small and big stalls have been set up along the main thoroughfares, streets and intersections of the city, loaded with Independence Day decorations.

70 years of Independence Day

With 70th Independence Day of India on Aug 15, all-pervading national fervor is gripping the country. Preparations to celebrate the occasion are in full swing in the metropolis like other parts of the country.

70 years of Independence Day

As the celebratory festival is approaching closer, people throng markets and roadside stalls set up all over the city to buy national flags, badges, pins, frocks, T-shirts, wrist bands, bangles, caps and hats, balloons.

70 years of Independence Day

Special stalls have been set up in markets and bazaars for sale of national flags and green caps which are making roaring business.

70 years of Independence Day

Stalls selling kites.

70 years of Independence Day

What more? Tri-colored bangles in the market.

70 years of Independence Day

Government buildings lit up to mark the celebration.

70 years of Independence Day

Societies and localities decorated.

70 Years of Independence Day

Indian Army prepared for Bike stunt.