Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, was tonight light up in tri-colours — saffron, white and green — to celebrate India’s 68th Republic Day, showcasing strong cultural and trade bond between India and the UAE.
#BurjKhalifa wishes The #RepublicOfIndia a Happy National Day,” the official account of Burj Khalifa tweeted.
Tonight we celebrate India’s 68th Republic Day with a spectacular LED illumination of the Indian National flag on #BurjKhalifa! #India pic.twitter.com/p8gfl1mr9X
— Burj Khalifa (@BurjKhalifa) January 25, 2017
The LED shows were held thrice and will be repeated tomorrow along with complimenting Dubai Fountain shows.
“The visual expression of the tri-colors underlined the solidarity of the UAE and its people with India, with which the nation shares strong cultural and trade ties,” said Dubai-based real estate company, Emaar, in a statement.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will be the Chief Guest at the Republic Day parade .
