Independence Day 2025: Not only India, these 4 countries also became independent on 15th August

Apart from India, there are some other countries which got independence on 15th August. Let us know on the occasion of Independence Day celebrations, which other countries got freedom from slavery on 15th August.

New Delhi: The date of 15th August (Independence Day 2025) is recorded in the pages of Indian history. On this day in the year 1947, India became independent by breaking the shackles of slavery of British rule. But do you know that India is not the only country which became independent on 15th August.

Yes, apart from India, there are some other countries which got independence on 15th August. Let us know on the occasion of Independence Day celebrations, which other countries got freedom from slavery on 15th August.

South Korea (15 August, 1945)

Like India, South Korea also got independence on 15th August, but the year was 1945. Korea got freedom from Japanese rule after Japan's defeat at the end of World War II. Korea was a colony of Japan from 1910 to 1945. Korea became independent with the surrender of Japan on August 15, 1945. Although Korea later split into two parts, North Korea and South Korea, this day is celebrated as "Gwangbokjeol" in South Korea.

Congo (August 15, 1960)

The African country Congo gained independence from France on August 15, 1960. This country is located in Central Africa and remained under the colonial rule of France from 1880 to 1960. After independence, it was named Congo Republic, which is also known today as Congo-Brazzaville. August 15 is celebrated here as "Congolese National Day".

Liechtenstein (August 15, 1866)

The small European country Liechtenstein also became independent on August 15, but much before India, in 1866. This country separated from the Germanic Union and became a complete sovereign nation. 15 August is celebrated here as "National Day", in which the public celebrates with the royal family.

Bahrain (15 August, 1971)

Bahrain also got independence from Britain on 15 August, but it got independence after India, in the year 1971. On this day an agreement was signed between Britain and Bahrain, after which Bahrain got independence.

The date of 15 August is a symbol of freedom and pride not only for India but also for many countries of the world. This day reminds us how precious independence is and how important it is to maintain it. While India celebrates this day by hoisting the flag and singing patriotic songs, other countries also remember this historic day in their own ways.