Independence Day 2024: Google is celebrating Independence Day 2024 with a special doodle illustrating architecture in India. The doodle features six doors and windows showcasing India's rich architectural heritage. The doodle has been created by freelance art director, illustrator and animator Vrinda Zaveri.

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The doodle showcases traditional Indian designs highlighting several colours like blue, green, yellow, saffron and brown. The doodle also has a design showcasing the peacock- the national bird of India.

The editorial illustrations, cell animations, and style frames used to create the doodle, beautifully weaves together the architectural heritage from different regions of India.

"Today's Doodle, illustrated by Vrinda Zaveri, celebrates Independence Day in India! On this day in 1947, India gained its freedom from colonial rule," the tech major said.

"On Independence Day, many attend flag-raising ceremonies, parades, musical performances, community rallies, and more to celebrate. Homes, buildings, streets, and cars are decorated with the saffron, white, and green national flag - as seen in today's artwork," they added.

Meanwhile, the country is celebrating Independence Day with various festivities, including flag-raising ceremonies, parades, musical performances, and community rallies.

In previous years, Google has also featured artistic representations of India's cultural heritage. For instance, the 2023 doodle focused on India's textile crafts, showcasing various embroidery and weaving techniques from different regions.

Independence Day commemorates India's liberation from British rule on August 15, 1947. The day is marked by flag-hoisting ceremonies, tributes to freedom fighters, and cultural performances across the country. At the Red Fort in Delhi, the Prime Minister leads the nation in paying homage to those who sacrificed their lives for India's freedom, while schools and colleges organize events to celebrate the spirit of patriotism.