India's sporting stars, including the likes of cricket team captain Virat Kohli, tennis queen Sania Mirza, footballer Sandesh Jhingan, took to Twitter to greet the nation on Independence Day. India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day on Saturday. In his tweet, Virat Kohli wrote, "Wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day! Flag of India God bless our great nation and its countrymen especially the ones who are away from their families, fighting on the front lines to keep us safe. Jai Hind". Many other former and current Indian cricketers also took to Twitter to wish the countrymen on the occasion.
Former India batsman Yuvraj Singh took to Twitter to wish fans on the special occasion. Yuvraj in his tweet wrote, "Thousands martyred their lives so that we could achieve independence. Let's become citizens who honor that sacrifice and bring glory to our nation. 2020 has been a difficult year for all, but with the courageous spirit of India, we will win, united as one".
Indian footballer Sandesh Jhingan also tweeted his greetings.
Tennis star Sania Mirza shared a message on Twitter to celebrate India's 74th Independence Day and wrote, "Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Indians Unity, diversity, humility, and acceptability.. It's the India I've always known and it's the India I always wish to see for the future.."
"Going out and playing for my nation is a matter of pride! Happy #IndependenceDay, India," tweeted India opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan.
Ravichandran Ashwin tweeted a heartfelt message to mark the occasion.
"The Jallianwala bagh massacre made my heart cringe, the swadeshi movement made my heart swell in pride. We marched on to liberate ourselves in 1947 and we will march on to get over this pandemic soon enough. Happy Independence today to the billion Indians. #IndependenceDay2020".
Mohammad Kaif took to Twitter to pay tribute to those who sacrificed themselves in the freedom struggle.
"On #IndependenceDay we recall the sacrifices of those who got us freedom. Regardless of religion or caste, they were Indians first. Today Iet's also honour those who selflessly risk their lives at our borders & hospitals. We're stronger today because they put India first everyday".
Hockey star Poonam Rani posted a picture of her holding the Indian flag.
Other cricketer stars like Rohit Sharma, Virender Sehwag, Ishant Sharma as well as India coach Ravi Shastri posted inspirational messages.
On August 15, 1947, India gained independence from British rule after a long and hard fought struggle. Since then, August 15 has been celebrated as the Independence Day in the country.