Why India celebrates Independence Day at Red Fort when the first flag was hoisted elsewhere

India's first Independence Day flag-hoisting took place at Princess Park, not at the Red Fort. Here's how the Red Fort became the nation's most important symbol of freedom.

Why India celebrates Independence Day at Red Fort when the first flag was hoisted elsewhere
India's first Independence Day flag-hoisting took place at Princess Park, not at the Red Fort. Here's how the Red Fort became the nation's most important symbol of freedom.