Meanwhile, South Korea joined India in celebrating I-Day. Local artists performed classical Indian dances like Kathak and Odissi as members of both the Indian and Korean communities jointly celebrated their independence days at a unique function.
South Korea celebrated its first Liberation Day Aug 15, 1945.
To mark the 40th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations, the Indian embassy in Seoul organised a joint celebration of India and South Korea's independence days.
India's Ambassador Vishnu Prakash hoisted the tricolour. The envoy read out excerpts from President Mukherjee's message to the nation.
A cultural programme organised by the Indian Cultural Centre at the embassy and the Indian community in Seoul featured Korean artists performing Kathak, Oddisi and yoga.
