 "Independence Day 2023: 'Let us keep our flag flying high', Indian sportspersons share unique messages to wish nation")
India on Tuesday celebrated its 77th Independence Day, and popular sportspersons from across the country took to X to share special messages on the occasion. Veteran India batter Virat Kohli, Irfan Pathan and Suresh Raina posted messages for the citizens of India, with Pathan even saying that the flag was just not a flag, but an emotion.
Jemimah Rodrigues said she was grateful to playing for India.
Yuvraj Singh also took to the social media platform to mark the occasion. Robin Uthappa, meanwhile, encouraged the citizens of India to unite and take the nation to greater heights.
“May the flag of our nation always fly high, and may we remember the courage and sacrifices of those who made it possible. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! Jai Hind! Jai Bharat!,” tweeted wrestler Sakshi Malik. Suryakumar Yadav tweeted:
“Remembering our heroes and looking ahead to our future. Here’s to freedom and prosperity! Proud to be an Indian today and every day. Happy Independence Day! #HarGharTiranga,” tweeted shuttler Chirag Shetty.