Social

On India's 68th Republic Day, world's tallest building Burj Khalifa dons the tricolour

Written by : TNM Staff

As the crown prince of of Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan graced India's 68th Republic Day celebration as the chief guest, the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa also donned the tricolour in the country's honour.

LED lights lit up the building with colours of the Indian flag - saffron, white and green, along with the Asoka chakra at the centre. Burj Khalifa's official Twitter account wished India and also tweeted pictures of the spectacularly lit up building.

Check out the photo here:

The LED shows were held thrice and are scheduled to be repeated on Thursday. They will be accompanied by the famous Dubai fountain shows.

Check out a video clip here:

 

The Ministry of External Affairs called the Burj Khalifa initiative "an extraordinary gesture of warmth and friendship". 

Also Read

Being KC Venugopal: Rahul Gandhi's trusted lieutenant

Former PM Deve Gowda’s son Revanna and grandson Prajwal booked for sexual harassment

KTR alleges that Union govt may make Hyderabad a Union territory

BJP warned about Prajwal Revanna videos months ago, still gave him Hassan ticket

A day after LS polls, Kerala Governor signs five pending Bills