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The end of the British colonial rule, Indians gained freedom in 1947.  It leads to a creation of two independent states - Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan. When India saved from slavery, our first Prime Minister, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru had raised the tricolor  National Flag  at the Red Fort in the national capital, New Delhi. This custom still follows on every year. Independence Day, on August 15, this is commonly celebrated by raising flags in schools and colleges and at government buildings. India's prime minister raises India's flag and there will be a speech at the Red Fort in Old Dehli. The major government buildings are decorated with strings of lights and the tricolor flutters from homes and other buildings. Print and online media may have special competitions and program to promote this eve. Most people may spend the eve with family members or close friends. They may plan a one day picnic or go to a film or eat lunch or dinner at home or i

The Nehru Trophy boat race, we can undoubtedly say which is the famous tourist attraction in Kerala. This race is usually conducted on the second Saturday of August for the memory of our Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The first snake boat race was held in 1952 when the Prime Minister has visited Alleppey. He was so impressed and excited with the welcome and the boat race, so he donated a trophy. The race is continuing on ever since. Around 70 boats usually participate and compete to win the race. This boat race is held at Punnamada Lake, Alleppey. Alappuzha is ready to welcome the 66 th Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race. Block your Calendar and Be a Part of the History on 11 th August 2018 . Count Down Start!!!! 9 more days!!!! Read more about Snake Boat Races in Kerala in Indiaeve.com. You can also find out the other cultural events in India at Indiaeve.