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PM Modi's 79th Independence Day celebrations in pics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on India’s 79th Independence Day, marking his 12th consecutive address.

Moneycontrol News | August 15, 2025 / 13:57 IST
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort for the 12th consecutive year on India’s 79th Independence Day. Image: X/narendramodi)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort for the 12th consecutive year on India’s 79th Independence Day. (Image: X/narendramodi) 
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The celebrations began with PM Modi paying floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. Upon arriving at the Red Fort, he received a Guard of Honour before hoisting the national flag.
The celebrations began with PM Modi paying floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. Upon arriving at the Red Fort, he received a Guard of Honour before hoisting the national flag. ( Image: X/narendramodi) 
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PM Modi salutes the bravery of the armed forces, particularly during Operation Sindoor, highlighting their valor in defending the nation. (Image: X/narendramodi)
Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopter showered flower petals over the Red Fort, symbolising the nation's gratitude towards its armed forces. (Image: X/narendramodi)
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PM Modi describes Independence Day as a 'festival of hope and aspirations', urging citizens to work towards realizing the dreams of freedom fighters.( Image: X/narendramodi)
PM Modi describes Independence Day as a 'festival of hope and aspirations', urging citizens to work towards realising the dreams of freedom fighters.( Image: X/narendramodi) 
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From the historic Red Fort, PM Modi delivers a speech emphasizing India's progress and aspirations for a 'Viksit Bharat'. (Image: X/narendramodi)
From the historic Red Fort, PM Modi delivers a speech emphasising India's progress and aspirations for a 'Viksit Bharat'. (Image: X/narendramodi)
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"Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day inspire us to keep working even harder to realise the dreams of our freedom fighters and build a Viksit Bharat. Jai Hind!," PM Modi wrote in a post on X.
"Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day inspire us to keep working even harder to realise the dreams of our freedom fighters and build a Viksit Bharat. Jai Hind!," PM Modi wrote in a post on X.

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