Independence Day Celebrations

@ Kansas State University

August 15, 1947

It was August 15, 1947, the nation woke up breathing in the air of freedom to herald a new beginning. It is the freedom that gave India a new Identity as a sovereign country after 300 years of colonial rule. Since then it has become a day of special significance - celebrated with the Tricolor, the parades, the patriotic speeches and songs, the remembrance...

Celebrating the 61st year of Our Freedom....
Make sure to be a part of it.

Event Details


  • Time: 7:00 PM To 9:00 PM
  • Date: August 15th
  • Venue: Longs Park

Schedule of events for 61st Independence Day

  • 7:00PM Welcome speech followed by a prayer song
  • 7:05PM Intro of Committee
  • 7:10PM Intro of Chief Guest - Dr. Jack Lindquist by Dr.Sajid
  • 7:12PM Intro of Chief Guest - Dr. Bikram Gill by Dr. Sajid
  • 7:15PM Hoisting American Flag (Jack Lindquist)
  • 7:16PM American Anthem ()
  • 7:20PM Hoisting Indian Flag (Dr. Bikram Gill)
  • 7:21PM Indian Anthem
  • 7:25PM A few words by Jack Lindquist
  • 7:30PM A few words by Bikram Gill
  • 7:35PM Prize distribution for Fun Cricket and ISA CUP
  • 7:45PM Request by Harish, for the tornado relief project.
  • 7:47PM Violin performance ()
  • 7:55PM Vote of thanks
  • 7:58PM Invitation to have Food and Membership Drive

Pick Ups:

If you need transportation to the venue, please contact
Vinay at 785-317-5688 or
Vinodh at 785-317-7926.