India is getting ready to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15. Across the country, people mark the occasion by remembering the sacrifices of freedom fighters and taking pride in how far India has come.

If you are looking for simple and meaningful ways to wish your family and friends, here are some Independence Day wishes, messages and quotes that you can share on August 15.

Wishes

Freedom in our minds, faith in our words and pride in our souls. Let us salute the nation on Independence Day.

May the Tricolour always fly high. Wishing you a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind!

The colour of sacrifice, the colour of peace and the colour of prosperity — the Tricolour is our pride. Happy Independence Day!

Freedom is a gift, but preserving it is our ultimate responsibility. Happy Independence Day to all Indians.

A big salute to the brave freedom fighters whose sacrifices brought freedom to our soil. Vande Mataram!

Messages

Sending my best wishes for a memorable and joyful Independence Day celebration.

Celebrate the day with unity and pride as we work towards taking the nation forward. Happy Independence Day!

Wishing you a day of joy and togetherness as we celebrate the freedom of our nation.

May the essence of freedom always be with us. Happy Independence Day to all Indians.

May the colours of freedom paint your life with happiness and prosperity.

Quotes

“Let new India arise out of peasants’ cottage, grasping the plough, out of huts, cobbler and sweeper.” — Swami Vivekananda

“So long as you do not achieve social liberty, whatever freedom is provided by the law is of no avail to you.” — B.R. Ambedkar

“Democracy and socialism are means to an end, not the end itself.” — Jawaharlal Nehru

“You give me blood and I will give you freedom.” — Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

“Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it.” — Bal Gangadhar Tilak