The iconic Burj Khalifa, under the visionary gaze of Dubai’s Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, embraced India’s 77th Independence Day with resplendent grandeur. This towering symbol, renowned as the world’s tallest skyscraper, adorned itself in the vibrant hues of the Indian flag (Tiranga), paying homage to the nation’s journey.
In a captivating video shared by the esteemed news agency ANI, now circulating widely across social platforms, the Burj Khalifa unfurled the Indian flag, accompanied by the mellifluous strains of the national anthem “Jana Gana Mana.” As the spectacle unfolded, the visage of Mahatma Gandhi graced the building’s façade, while a scrolling text conveyed heartfelt words: “Happy 77th Independence Day to Mother India. Long live India and UAE friendship. Har Ghar Tiranga. Jai Hind.”
Simultaneously, the esteemed Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, extended his heartfelt felicitations to India on this momentous occasion.
He scribed, “As India celebrates its 77th Independence Day, I extend my congratulations to the leadership and the people of this great nation. On this joyous occasion, the UAE reaffirms its commitment to building a future of shared prosperity and growth, elevating our partnership to new heights, and exploring new horizons of political, economic, and cultural relations. Happy Independence Day, Swatantrata Diwas!” This missive graced the digital expanse of X, formerly known as Twitter.
A mere month prior, on July 15, the Burj Khalifa painted the skies with the hues of the Indian tricolor as a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi. In a mesmerizing display captured in video, the towering structure transformed itself into a canvas of the Indian flag, followed by an illustrious portrait of Prime Minister Modi. This artistic manifestation concluded with a resounding message: “Welcome honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”