India Independence Day celebrations in Abu Dhabi - in pictures
Hundreds of Indians gathered at the embassy in Abu Dhabi to take part in the India Independence Day festivities. All photos: Victor Besa / The National
Sunjay Sudhir, India’s ambassador to the UAE.
A young performer took to the stage in Abu Dhabi to celebrate the day.
An array of artwork was on display to celebrate India's identity.
A dance performer gets ready to wow the crowds in Abu Dhabi.
Indian artist Anjini Prakash.
School pupils were a big part of the celebration to mark India's Independence Day.
Indian residents take a selfie with artist Ahmed Al Awadhi.
A dance performer takes to the stage at the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
Left to right: Micah Dsouza, 12, Zoe Dsouza, 15 and Eva Dsouza, 11 show off the artwork they created to celebrate the day.
