Known for his secular approach and respect towards every nation, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, took to Twitter to wish Indians on the occassion of Independence Day.

Today, as India celebrates its 77th Independence Day, dignitaries from across the world send their wishes to the great nation. One particular wish that stood out, was of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Prime Minister of Dubai chose to congratulate the country in their official langugae – Hindi.

In Dubai, colourful cultural programmes were organised for the hundreds of people who lined up outside the Indian consulate from as early as 6.30am. Flag hoisting was done by Ramkumar Thangaraj, Acting Consul General of India to Dubai and Northern Emirates along with members of Dubai Police and Indian community leaders.