Bird untangles knot, unfurls national flag during Independence Day ceremony in southern India
by Aditi VermaDuring a flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day in southern India’s Kerala, a bird played an unexpected but patriotic role by untying a knot that had stalled the unfurling of the national flag.
The incident took place on August 15.
Visuals showed as officials and attendees watched anxiously, a bird swooped down, pecked at the knot, and managed to untangle it. The tricolor was then fully unfurled, waving proudly in the air, much to the amazement and applause of everyone present.
The incident occurred during a local celebration, and the bird’s timely intervention was seen as a symbolic act of patriotism and freedom. Videos of the event quickly went viral on social media, where the bird was hailed as a hero. The ceremony continued without further hiccups, leaving those in attendance with an inspiring story to tell for years to come.
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