 "#SaluteSelfie: Social media's novel way of paying tribute to Indian Army on Independence Day")
As India’s 69th Independence Day draws closer, there is a novel way of paying tribute to the Armed Forces doing the rounds on social media - the #SaluteSelfie [caption id=“attachment_2392316” align=“alignleft” width=“380”]  MS DHoni’s #SaluteSelfie Image Credit: Twitter @msdhoni[/caption] While hashtags have been used for contests and jokes, this is one that is actually aimed at a positive development — firstly, to thank our troops and secondly, to let them know that the country is thinking about them. With several ceasefire violations in the past month, as well as a few terrorist attacks near the border, this is an ideal time to let the soldiers know that they matter. The explainer video mentions that more than 10,000 selfies have reached our soldiers, even as more continue to pour in. The #SaluteSelfie Twitter trend, promoted by the Reliance Group, has seen the participation of a number of prominent celebrities from all fields, as well as numerous users from all over India. From MS Dhoni to Amitabh Bachchan, the #SaluteSelfie has brought together many celebrities in tribute.
Proud Indians unite this Independence Day #GoTricolor and honor our Armed Forces with #SaluteSelfie https://t.co/D6HPxlbLwn
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Thank you to the Indian Army for everything that they do and sacrifice for us so that we are safe.. #SaluteSelfie pic.twitter.com/UKSg8m8C69
— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) August 13, 2015
Salute 2 r Armed Forces, who selflessly risk their lives 2 protect our beloved country & our families. #SaluteSelfie pic.twitter.com/0jvUGPeMDB
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 10, 2015
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More ShortsJoin me in saluting the real heroes of our country - our soldiers. #SaluteSelfie pic.twitter.com/iQgTZ0RsWN
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) August 8, 2015
#SaluteSelfie Saluting the Nation,thank you the Armed Forces. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/i5ooiXZKW3
— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) August 8, 2015
Take a #saluteselfie and make it ur profile pic. Salute our brave soldiers . Join me pic.twitter.com/l439ROYAqD
— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 9, 2015
T 1954 - We salute our brave Armed Forces #SaluteSelfie ... a small tribute .. a few lines from my Father ..!! pic.twitter.com/ESNOy1zKDp
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) August 7, 2015
#SaluteSelfie Honoring the Brave & dedicated members of the Armed forces. #Respect #India #Serve&Protect pic.twitter.com/S8YErJlK5W
— Nargis (@NargisFakhri) August 13, 2015
My #SaluteSelfie for Indian Armed Forces.
— Sanjeev Kapoor (@SanjeevKapoor) August 13, 2015
We can never thank our soldiers enough for their bravery & sacrifices. pic.twitter.com/IvmFHFbLFJ
Salute to our armed forces. 68 years of national pride. #SaluteSelfie pic.twitter.com/GX0EYTFufz
— Ronnie Screwvala (@RonnieScrewvala) August 11, 2015
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