Tens of thousands of Indian-origin people gathered in Toronto on Sunday to celebrate India Day and Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav after two years of forced virtual celebrations due to COVID-19 restrictions.
More than 15 marching groups joined the festivities in downtown Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square, which lasted nearly 12 hours. The parade featured floats representing 25 Indian states. There were several Indian food stalls and cultural performances that attracted festival-goers.
More than 15 marching groups joined the festivities in downtown Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square, which lasted nearly 12 hours. The parade featured floats representing 25 Indian states. Food stalls and cultural performances were some of the main attractions for festival-goers.
An array of similar celebrations have been held throughout the country this month, culminating in the India Day Parade. Approximately 5,000 people attended Independence Day celebrations in Calgary, Alberta, on August 15.
Twenty-two neighborhood organizations came together to organize the event, which was held in the City Hall Plaza. Additionally, a Tiranga Yatra car rally was organized by the Gurukul Intercultural Society in British Columbia last Sunday to mark the day. Nearly 300 vehicles participated in the rally.
