Bill 118 HRES 647, titled "Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2023, as 'Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies'", is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize and celebrate the independence of India, which was achieved on August 15, 1947.
The resolution highlights the importance of India's independence and its significance as the world's largest democracy. It also emphasizes the strong and enduring relationship between the United States and India, two of the world's largest democracies.
The resolution calls for August 15, 2023, to be designated as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of World's Two Largest Democracies". This designation is meant to honor the shared values of democracy, freedom, and independence that both countries hold dear.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 647 seeks to celebrate the independence of India and strengthen the bond between the United States and India as two of the world's largest democracies.