79th Independence Day In Pictures: PM Modi unfurls Tricolour at Red Fort – Military honour, celebratory moments & more

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On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort. The Red Fort, where the country’s first Prime Minister hoisted the national flag in 1947, remains the traditional venue for this annual speech. The ceremonial contingent, composed of members from the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force and Delhi Police, greeted the Prime Minister upon his arrival.
PM Modi paid tribute to leaders, highlighted achievements like Operation Sindoor and advances in space, and announced next-generation GST reforms, calling it a “Double Diwali” gift. Calling out the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, he encouraged young people to lead India’s transformation, stressed inclusive development, and outlined the goal of a developed and empowered India by 2047, motivating citizens to work together for a “Viksit Bharat.” (Image source: PTI)

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NCC cadets during full dress rehearsal for Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort complex in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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The Red Fort complex during full dress rehearsal for 79th Independence Day celebrations, in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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A military helicopter showers flower petals after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands for the national anthem after hoisting the national flag during Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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The Red Fort complex during full dress rehearsal for Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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A security personnel keeps vigil amid rainfall near Red Fort area in New Delhi on the eve of Independence Day. (Image source: PTI)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures to children after addressing the nation from the rampart of the 17th century Mughal-era Red Fort monument during the country’s Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, center left, inspects a joint military guard of honor as he arrives to address the nation from the rampart of the 17th century Mughal-era Red Fort monument during the country’s Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. (Image source: PTI)