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. ( 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 realising the dreams of freedom fighters.( Image: X/narendramodi)
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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.
