On August 15, 1947 the independence of India from Britain was proclaimed. The historical events that followed led to the announcement of the Republic of India on January 26, 1950.

Today, on August 15, the country celebrates its national holiday – the Independence Day. H.E. Mr. Rajesh Kumar Sachdeva, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India in Bulgaria and his wife gave a reception on this occasion at their residence in Boyana. It was attended by ambassadors, diplomats, representatives of the administration, the business and the media, as well as friends of India. In the cool of the garden the guests tried authentic Indian cuisine while the chefs demonstrated the tradition of baking delicious Indian bread.

Photos courtesy of the Embassy of India.