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Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies".

USA119th CongressHRES-659| House 
| Updated: 8/15/2025
Shri Thanedar

Shri Thanedar

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
Greg Landsman (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Brad Sherman (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses strong support for designating August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies." This designation aims to commemorate India's independence from the British Empire on August 15, 1947, and celebrate the shared democratic principles between India and the United States. The resolution highlights India's status as the world's largest democracy and its historical contributions to democratic ideals, which have inspired global movements. Beyond the designation, the resolution extends heartfelt greetings to the people of India as they celebrate the 78th anniversary of their liberation. It also acknowledges the significant contributions of Americans of Indian descent to society in the United States, enriching public life across various sectors. Ultimately, the resolution expresses a belief that the robust partnership between the United States and India, founded on common democratic values, will continue to advance global democracy, foster peace, and ensure stability and prosperity for all nations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-647
Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2023, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies".
Aug 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-647
    Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2023, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies".


  • August 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

International Affairs

Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies".

USA119th CongressHRES-659| House 
| Updated: 8/15/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for designating August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies." This designation aims to commemorate India's independence from the British Empire on August 15, 1947, and celebrate the shared democratic principles between India and the United States. The resolution highlights India's status as the world's largest democracy and its historical contributions to democratic ideals, which have inspired global movements. Beyond the designation, the resolution extends heartfelt greetings to the people of India as they celebrate the 78th anniversary of their liberation. It also acknowledges the significant contributions of Americans of Indian descent to society in the United States, enriching public life across various sectors. Ultimately, the resolution expresses a belief that the robust partnership between the United States and India, founded on common democratic values, will continue to advance global democracy, foster peace, and ensure stability and prosperity for all nations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-647
Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2023, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies".
Aug 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-647
    Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2023, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies".


  • August 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Shri Thanedar

Shri Thanedar

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
Greg Landsman (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Brad Sherman (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted