"I am confident that two democracies will stand together to defend rules-based order," says Biden on Indian I-Day

US President Joe Biden issues special statement on the occasion of India's independence. 

As people around the world, including nearly four million proud Indian-Americans, celebrate the 75th anniversary of India’s independence on August 15, the United States joins the people of India to honor its democratic journey, guided by Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring message of truth and non-violence.

This year, we also celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our great democracies. India and the United States are indispensable partners, and the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership is grounded in our shared commitment to the rule of law and the promotion of human freedom and dignity. 

Our partnership is further strengthened by the deep bonds between our people. The vibrant Indian-American community in the United States has made us a more innovative, inclusive, and stronger Nation.

I am confident that in the years ahead our two democracies will continue to stand together to defend the rules-based order; foster greater peace, prosperity and security for our people; advance a free and open Indo-Pacific; and together address the challenges we face around the world. 

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On behalf of United States of America,I extend warmest wishes to India's people as they celebrate 75 yrs of independence. On this day,we reflect on democratic values that we share & honour people of India who're building brighter future:

US Secy of State Antony Blinken 

Meanwhile in India ::  

Despite Nitish Kumar's playing 'paltu-ram' -- U-turn ---- Sickularism got a shocker in wonderful response shown by citizens to PM Modi's call for Har Ghar Tiranga... Tricolour in every home...sickulars tried 'job'angle....some jokers complained about 'prices'of flags ...pretext ..... people r jobless and some people live in poverty !! 

As if pappu has given up his junkets, aapas have given up using chori ka chappal ...... but alas, people of India said - Nothing Doing !! yes ... the Sickularism club and 'nothing doing' press clubs hijacking TV jokers...idiots of idiot box will be upset !! 

they are waiting for the next round -- how the flags will be disposed off !! 

think original.... More u attack..... 

Modi becomes Moditva !! crown prince becomes pappu !! chappal aapa becomes corruption aapa !! Ministers go to jail..... PM-aspirants face change ! 

Maharashtra becomes 'communal' ..... something wrong !! get well soon. Happy Independence Day. Flag is ours; feel proud about it !!