Indian Embassy in Kuwait marks 79th Independence Day

KUWAIT: The Embassy of India in Kuwait marked the 79th Independence Day of India on August 15, 2025 with a ceremony attended by over 3,000 members of the Indian community. The official program began at 7:30 am at the Embassy premises, where Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika paid floral tributes at the Shilaphalakam—a plaque honoring Indian martyrs—and at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. The ceremony included the hoisting of the Indian national flag and the singing of the national anthem.

During the event, Ambassador Swaika read out the address of India’s President Droupadi Murmu. The President highlighted the country’s achievements over the past 78 years, emphasizing progress across multiple socio-economic sectors. She urged citizens to work toward making India a developed nation by 2047.

Members of the Indian community participate in the celebration.

Ambassador Swaika places flowers at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi.

Ambassador Swaika also conveyed key points from India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spoke from the Red Fort on the occasion. The Prime Minister outlined the government’s recent successes, introduced new initiatives, and emphasized the importance of self-reliance.

Speaking at the ceremony, Ambassador Swaika described India-Kuwait relations as being at one of their strongest phases in recent times, crediting the successful outcomes of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Kuwait in December 2024 and the ongoing support of Kuwaiti leadership. The Ambassador acknowledged the role of community associations and individual members in promoting Indian culture and strengthening bilateral ties at the grassroots level. He reassured attendees that the Embassy continues to serve as a “home away from home” for Indians living in Kuwait.