Buying the tricolour from a footpath stall in Delhi

From the archive record

This footage was shot in Delhi ahead of Independence Day, capturing a small roadside stall set up on a footpath selling Indian national flags. The stall is modest and informal, almost blending into the busy urban surroundings, yet it carries strong symbolic value during this time of the year. Rows of tricolour flags are displayed simply, reflecting how preparations for Independence Day quietly unfold across the city. In a key moment, a biker stops at the stall, buys an Indian flag, and fixes it onto his motorcycle. The act is simple and personal, representing an everyday expression of patriotism and respect for the nation. There is no grand celebration or crowd—just an ordinary citizen marking the occasion in his own way as the city moves around him. This footage works well for Independenc