Google Celebrates India's 78th Independence Day with Special Doodle

Google marked India's 78th Independence Day with a special doodle showcasing traditional doors. The company's name was represented by each letter on unique ornate doors. The doodle, created by Vrinda Zaveri, celebrates India's 1947 freedom from colonial rule. Citizens celebrate with flag-raising, parades, and decorations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 15-08-2024 07:14 IST | Created: 15-08-2024 07:14 IST
Google Celebrates India's 78th Independence Day with Special Doodle
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Search engine giant Google on Thursday celebrated India's 78th Independence Day with a special doodle themed on traditional doors.

The digital artwork illustrated the letters 'G', 'O', 'O', 'G', 'L', and 'E' of the company's name on each door, carrying a distinct ornate design.

The Doodle, created by illustrator Vrinda Zaveri, commemorates India's freedom from colonial rule in 1947. Google shared a note on the significance of the day and the country's fight for self-governance and sovereignty led by figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose.

Citizens celebrate Independence Day with flag-raising ceremonies, parades, musical performances, and community rallies. Decorations in saffron, white, and green adorn homes and public spaces, while the Indian national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, is sung by millions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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