India Celebrates 79th Independence Day; Rupali Ganguly urges kindness towards all living beings amid SC stray dog ruling

India marked its 79th Independence Day today with patriotic fervour and heartfelt tributes pouring in from across the nation. On this special occasion, several film and television celebrities took to their social media handles to extend warm wishes to their fellow countrymen.Among them was Anupama star Rupali Ganguly, who shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter) alongside a picture of the national flag. Her post not only celebrated the spirit of freedom but also appeared to subtly reference the Supreme Court’s recent order regarding stray dogs in Delhi.“Proud to be born in a land of courage, culture & countless dreams. Let’s celebrate freedom with kindness, to every human & every living being.

Happy Independence Day! #indipendenceday2025,” she wrote.Rupali’s post comes just days after she had openly criticised the Supreme Court’s directive, which called for relocating stray dogs to shelter homes. In an earlier note on X, the actress argued that such a move would be neither compassionate nor in keeping with India’s cultural ethos.“In our traditions, dogs guard Bhairav Baba’s temple and are fed on Amavasya for blessings.

They’ve grown up on our streets, guarding shops, waiting outside our doors, barking away thieves,” she wrote.“If we remove them now, we risk losing our protectors before the real dangers arrive, like silencing an alarm before a fire. Sending them to far-off shelters isn’t kindness, it’s exile. Stray dogs aren’t outsiders; they’re part of our faith, our culture, our safety. Care for them, vaccinate them, feed them and let them live where they belong. #straydogs,” she added.Her message struck a chord with animal lovers and supporters, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that safeguards both human safety and animal welfare. On the work front, Rupali is winning hearts with her TV show Anupamaa.