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India star batter Virat Kohli on Tuesday shared a special message as the nation celebrates the 77th Independence Day. The experienced player said he is proud of the country's achievement after getting freedom from British rule.

Kohli was part of the Indian team that won the ODI series 2-1 against West Indies recently. He featured in the first match of the series but he did not get the chance to bat. He along with skipper Rohit Sharma were rested for the second and third ODIs of the series to pave way for youngsters.

In a short clip shared by Star Sports, Kohli revealed that his father was born on the same day and therefore a lot of emotions are attached to the day.

"Independence Day is the most important day in the history of our country. Especially with the way it's celebrated in India and so much happening around it. For me, it's all the more special because it's my father's birthday. It was all the more special because both occasions were celebrated. I have many fond memories of Independence Day," Kohli said on Star Sports.

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Kohli, a native of Delhi, stated that flying kites on this particular day holds a special place in his heart.

“I feel proud of what we have achieved as a nation after Independence. On most Independence days, I have been playing matches or hoisting the flag. When the national anthem plays, it is a moment of pride," said the former India captain.

"In Delhi, there is a culture of flying kites on the day and hence during my growing up years that used to be very special. We used to prepare a lot the night before. Usually on Independence Day, it used to be windy in Delhi,” he added.

Kohli will next be seen in the upcoming Asia Cup where India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening encounter in Kandy on September 2.

(With ANI inputs)