With that, we bring the coverage of the PM speech to an end. Thanks for staying tuned.
Welcome to the live coverage of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
The PM paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi before at Rajghat before proceeding to the Red Fort.
The event is attended by thousands of visitors.
With that, we bring the coverage of the PM speech to an end. Thanks for staying tuned.
PM Modi now walks into a group of excited students, interacting with them, shaking hands.
The PM also talked to the common man, exhorting them to think hard about ways to curb populaton growth as well as usage of water, fertilisers and plastics.
The PM is now leaving the central area of the Red Fort in his cavalcade.
So there it is. The PM has finished his address. A speech focusing on the recent developments in J&K and the government's busy record in passing laws since taking office in May. The PM also talked about the number of things the government has been focusing on: manufacturing, exports, ease of doing business.
No significant policy announcement except for the formation of the new chief of defence staff post.
The PM ends his speech. The national anthem is being played.
"With these thoughts, let us strive to walk towards achieving a New India. Jai Hind."
"Our goals are lofty, but our intentions are strong".
As we celebrate the 75th anniversary in a few years, we should strive to walk on the path of progress, and hope to achieve the dreams of Babasaheb Ambedkar.
Today, the achievements of India and Indians are recognised abroad. India origin CEOs aremaking a mark in the global business world. The Chandrayaan 2 is headed to a part of the moon where no one has visited before. Sportspeople are making a mark in their area.
I want to make a request to all farmers. Can we eliminate or reduce usage of chemical fertilisers? We are harming our soil, our environment, our motherland by using chemical fertilisers excessively.
Today, we have a bulky middle class. Many well-off families undertake international travel often. But I want to make a humble request to tourists. Please also take more time to visit tourist locations in this country. Explore the North East. It is beautiful.
Digital payments have taken off in a big way in this country. All citizens should continue to take up digital payments in a big way.
