For our 15 August issue, we asked Gen Z what Independence Day means to them. Much like the hundreds of thousands of young people who resisted the British decades ago, Gen Z wants the freedom to live without fear.
Shalini Umachandran is an Editor at Mint Lounge, Mint’s award-winning magazine known for its in-depth features and opinion pieces on significant issues. With a focus on culture, society, and climate change, she explores a range of topics including climate policy, home and garden design, and cultural movements. Shalini's work has been featured in LiveMint and Hindustan Times Syndication.