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Virat Kohli Leads National Tribute As Indian Cricketers Wish 79th Independence Day

Soumyajit Dutta

Virat Kohli shares special post on Instagram for Independence Day [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]Virat Kohli shares special post on Instagram for Independence Day [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]

Indian cricketers came together on social media to share heartfelt wishes on the occasion of the nation’s 79th Independence Day. The celebrations began with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisting the tricolour at the Red Fort in Delhi, setting the stage for a day filled with national pride, a sentiment strongly echoed by the cricketing fraternity.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) led the wishes with a simple yet powerful message, "Wishing all Indians a Happy Independence Day Jai Hind #TeamIndia | #HappyIndependenceDay." Joining the fervour, Indian cricketers added to the celebrations.

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Virat Kohli’s poignant tribute to the armed forces stood out among the flood of messages. Sharing an Instagram story, the superstar wrote, "Today we smile in freedom because they stood with unwavering courage. We salute and honor the sacrifices of our heros on this joyous Independence Day. Proud to be Indian Jai Hind," alongside a picture of the Indian flag and soldiers.

Virat Kohli's Instagram story [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]Virat Kohli's Instagram story [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]

Sachin Tendulkar posted a picture of himself waving the Indian flag with the classic message, "Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind!"

Sachin Tendulkar's post [Source: Screengrab]Sachin Tendulkar's post [Source: Screengrab]

VVS Laxman reflected on the sacrifices that earned the country its freedom while urging collective effort for a stronger future. "On this Independence Day, let us remember the countless sacrifices that won us the gift of freedom. Let us strive each day to build a brighter, stronger India that our future generations will be proud of. Wishing you a Happy #IndependenceDay! Jai Hind!"

VVS Laxman's post [Source: Screengrab]VVS Laxman's post [Source: Screengrab]

Irfan Pathan highlighted the value of unity and the responsibility to preserve freedom, "Wishing every Indian a Happy Independence Day! Our freedom was hard-earned; our duty is to keep it alive -- in spirit, in action, and in unity. Jai Hind!"

Irfan Pathan's post [Source: Screengrab]Irfan Pathan's post [Source: Screengrab]

Hardik Pandya, part of India’s recent T20 World Cup (2024) and Champions Trophy (2025) triumphs, kept it short and heartfelt, "Happy Independence Day, India," while posting his T20 World Cup 2024 picture with the Indian flag.

Hardik Pandya's post [Source: Screengrab]Hardik Pandya's post [Source: Screengrab]

Rising T20I star Tilak Varma expressed his pride in representing the nation, "My biggest motivation is playing for my country, it is the greatest honour to represent India on the world stage. Wishing you all a very happy independence day."

Tilak Varma's post [Source: Screengrab]Tilak Varma's post [Source: Screengrab]

Along with them, India coach Gautam Gambhir also tributed the nation with India's ODI skipper Rohit Sharma also posting to celebrate the joyous celebration that adds to the 79th time of India's pride.

This year’s national celebrations carried the theme ‘Naya Bharat’, symbolising the vision for a developed India by 2047. The Prime Minister’s flag hoisting ceremony, assisted by Flying Officer Rashika Sharma, was followed by a shower of flower petals from Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopters.