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India today celebrated its 73rd Independence Day, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the iconic Red Fort of New Delhi. He also addressed the nation for the 5th time in a row. In his Independence Day address after assuming office for a second term – he presented a vision of his government in the coming five years. In his 92-minute Independence Day speech, the longest so far, he talked about Triple talaq, Article 370, National Medical Commission Bill. He also talked about the need for population control, water conservation, plastic ban, economy, infrastructure, and make in India initiative. (PTI Photo)
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The surroundings of the Red Fort all decked with tricolour to celebrate the Independence day. (PTI Photo)
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PM Modi address the nation, infront of a huge crowd present at Red Fort New Delhi.
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Attari-Wagah border between India and Pakistan all lit up before the 73rd Independence Day, Wednesday, August 14, 2019. (PTI Photo)
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves as he leaves after addressing the nation during Independence Day. (REUTERS/Adnan Abidi)
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The illumineted India Gate on the eve of 73rd Independence Day, in New Delhi, Wednesday. (PTI Photo/Atul Yadav)
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PM Modi expressed concern over the rapidly rising population of the country and urged the state governments to come up with schemes to deal with the serious issue. (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan)
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A police commando keeps vigil on 73rd Independence Day function as a march pst happens behind him. (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan)
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PM Modi being greeted by school kids who were present at the Red Fort to take part in the I-Day celebrations. (PTI Photo)

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