Indian Coast Guard showcases amazing underwater skills, unfurls, salutes tricolour in ocean

New Delhi, August 15, 2023: On the occasion of India’s 77th Independence Day, members of the Indian Coast Guard showcased their unwavering patriotic spirit through a unique display – saluting and holding the national flag underwater. This remarkable event unfolded near Rameshwaram in Tamil Nadu, and a video capturing this extraordinary act has quickly gained traction across the internet.

The brief seven-second video showcases the daring personnel of the Indian Coast Guard standing beneath the sea’s surface, paying homage to the tricolour flag. Among them, one guard holds the Indian flag while the others offer a salute, creating a poignant visual representation of dedication and patriotism.

The footage has captured the attention of numerous online viewers, leaving them awestruck by the remarkable courage demonstrated by the Indian Coast Guard. Users from all walks of life have taken to social media to commend this bold gesture.

Meanwhile, in the heart of the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the national flag at the historic Red Fort and delivered his tenth Independence Day address. The event welcomed approximately 1,800 guests representing diverse backgrounds and regions from across the country.

This year’s Independence Day festivities mark the culmination of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations. Launched by the Prime Minister on March 12, 2021, from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, these celebrations have revitalized the nation’s commitment to achieving Prime Minister Modi’s vision of transforming India into a developed country by the year 2047.

The Indian Coast Guard’s underwater tribute adds a poignant and unique touch to the spirit of patriotism that resonates throughout the nation on this historic day.