Burj Khalifa honours India on Independence Day

Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, illuminated with the colours of the Indian tricolour on Friday, August 15, as the nation celebrated its 79th Independence Day.

A video released by the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Dubai captured the moment the landmark displayed the Indian



flag, drawing loud cheers from crowds gathered below.

The CGI posted the clip on X with the caption, “The Tricolour stands tall on the world’s most iconic landmark, the Burj Khalifa, celebrating India’s 79th Independence Day. It is a moment of pride for the vibrant Indian community in the UAE.”