Independence Day Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hoisted the national flag for the 11th time in a row from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day.
In his address on the country's 78th Independence Day, PM Modi said it is a day to pay tribute to the countless people who made sacrifices and struggled for the country's freedom.
"The country is indebted to them," PM said.
The theme of this year's Independence Day is "Viksit Bharat@ 2047", underscoring the government's goal of making India a developed country by 2047, which would mark 100 years of Independence. The focus is on government policy and programme announcements that generate headlines.
Multi-layer security is in place across Delhi with the cops implementing advanced CCTV analytics around the Red Fort.
On the eve of Independence Day, several rallies were taken out across the country under the Centre's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.
Here are the LIVE Updates On Independence Day 2024:
In A 1st, All Women India, Bangladesh Border Troops Exchange Independence Day Greetings
An all-women unit of the Border Security Force (BSF) made a maiden gesture and handed over sweets and exchanged greetings with lady BGB personnel of Bangladesh at the front in West Bengal as part of the traditional Independence Day celebrations.
US Embassy Wishes India On Independence Day In 22 Indian Languages
As India celebrated its 78th Independence Day on Thursday, the US Embassy in India uniquely extended its greetings with several envoys wishing India in all 22 scheduled Indian languages.
The languages the US envoys wished India were Hindi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Punjabi, Kashmiri, Dogri, Gujarati, Marathi, Konkani, Maithili, Assamese, Meitei, Bodo, Nepali, Santhali, Kannada, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Odia, and Urdu.
Did you know the Indian Constitution defines 22 scheduled languages? All of us at Embassy New Delhi and the consulates in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai couldn’t decide which language to use to express our excitement about Indian Independence Day, so we just used them… pic.twitter.com/8ZztmfEsHx
— U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) August 15, 2024
"Did you know the Indian Constitution defines 22 scheduled languages? All of us at the Embassy New Delhi and the consulates in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai couldn't decide which language to use to express our excitement about Indian Independence Day, so we just used them all! From every corner of the United States to every corner of India...Happy Independence Day!" the US Embassy stated in a post on X
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Indian and Sri Lankan Army jointly practice yoga on the occasion of India's Independence Day.
Visuals from Army Training School, Madurouya, Sri Lanka, where India and Sri Lanka are engaged in a bilateral military exercise Mitra Shakti 2024.
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Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created sand art at Puri beach, on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day.
#WATCH | Odisha: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created sand art at Puri beach, on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
(Video: Sudarsan Pattnaik) pic.twitter.com/wZhzYGZORd
- People need to understand that a few people with negative mindset conspiring to create imbalance in country.
- Challenges are there within country and outside; as we become more powerful, challenges will increase.
- India will always be well-wisher of Bangladesh's progress.
- We hope situation normalises in Bangladesh soon; Indians want that security of Hindus, minorities there is ensured.
- India's development not detrimental for anyone; we are country of the 'Buddh', 'yudh' (war) is not our path.
- Nepotism, casteism harming society; have to get rid of these from politics.
- Frequent elections creating obstacles in country's progress.Request everyone to come together to achieve resolve of 'one nation, one election'.
- One very big reform, which our freedom fighters and forefathers dreamt of must be realised - of a common civil code for every Indian.
- Every Indian must be same and equal in the eyes of the law. We must all be governed by the same laws.
- Till today - for 75 years, we have been living with a communal civil code, now we need a truly secular civil code - where every Indian is same and is treated the same.
- As India rises globally, there are several challenges surrounding it. I see it and understand these challenges very well.
- I want to appeal to the global community that India's rise is never a threat to any nation.
- Never in its millenia-old history has India ever been a threat to the world.
- Never has India taken the world to uncertainty or war.
- India has only defended itself when it has faced a threat.
- India is a nation of peace - of Buddha, of compassion.
- I want to appeal to the world that when India rises, the world rises, when India grows, the world grows.
- India is an inclusive nation and considers the world 'one family'.
- I urge the world to understand India, its culture, its history, its journey.
- But should challenges continue for India, the world must know that India knows how to stand up to a challenge and overcome it.
- It always has, and always will.
- Challenging a challenge is in India's nature and DNA.
- We will come together as a nation and triumph. We will stand up, face the challenge, we will continue to work, continue to grow. That is our resolve. A resolve of 1.4 billion people in unison
- Urge states to draft clear policies to attract new investors, assure them about good governance, law and order.
- Students spend lakhs and crores for medical education abroad; we will create 75, 000 new medical seats in next 5 years.
- Launch of Chandrayaan has fired up scientific temper among youths, educational institutions should nurture it further.
- India's farmers can make country organic food basket of world, we will work towards it.
- Need of hour is to widely publicise punishment for atrocities against women so that there is fear of consequences.
- India rolled out 5G at very fast pace; have not stopped at that and are working on 6G tech on mission mode.
- Need to give up old habits, come forward with clear policies for investors at a time when world is keen to invest in India.
- We want to make India global hub for green hydrogen, it has potential for generating 'green jobs'.
- It is India's dream that Olympics 2036 is held in the country, we are preparing for that.
- India has an ambitious renewable energy target and is taking this very seriously.
- India is the only G20 nation that has ensured that the pledge made at the Paris Climate Summit is fulfilled - and that too before time. India is the only nation that has achieved its climate target.
- Today, I can assure the nation and the world that India will aim for 500 GW clean energy by 2030.
- We all must ensure that the Indian Standard becomes the International Standard. We must work with the motto of 'Desing in India, Design for the world'.
- India must lead the world in creativity and gaming. Not by playing games, but in developing gaming products that are exported to the world.
- Today, India is seeing participation and leadership of women in every field - be it entrepreneurs, start-ups, space sector, armed forces, sports - women are leading on every front, but we also see and hear cases that are grave and saddening.
- Today, I want to address the issue from the Red Fort. We see heinous crimes against women. We are concerned for the safety of our mothers, sisters and daughters.
- This is a grave issue and we all must think and act with responsibility.
- Fear needs to be in the mind of such demons who attack, assault and violate women - they should know that the death penalty (phansi) is what they will face for their crime.
- The media should also prominently highlight such cases so that these demons are shamed.
PM Modi on India's education system
We want to build such an education system in country that students don't have to go abroad for studies.
- We prioritised justice over punishment in new criminal laws.
- Middle class gives a lot to nation; expects quality life; will be our endeavour to ensure minimum government interference.
- Reforms in governance have to be pushed to realise goal of 2047; delivery system in governance has to be strengthened.
- India's contribution in global growth has increased; country's exports have gone up.
- Space sector is essential for making India powerful nation, it is becoming vibrant and we are giving strength to this sector.
- For third term in government, only message is to serve everyone, every family and take nation to newer heights of development.
- Today the entire country is 'Tiranga', every home is 'Tiranga' - When the national flag flies high in every home, we see that people come forward, rise above religion, caste, creed and colour for the 'Tiranga', then it reassures that the country is moving in the right direction.
- Unity, mutual respect for each other and the underlying feeling of 'mam-a-bhaav' (kindly feeling) for one another is what guides our nation forward.
- Hundreds of start-ups have come up in space sector; private satellites, rockets are being launched.
- We have taken big steps towards modernising infrastructure, also given priority to ease of living.
- Country's youth does not want to go slow, this is our golden era.
- Earlier, people used to plead with govt for amenities, now they get them at doorstep.
- Path of reforms chosen by us has become blueprint for growth and not just for debate clubs.
- Today, India's northeast is becoming known for its scale of infrastructure development.
- We are working to fulfil the aspirations of our middle-class population. We are taking steps to ensure that govt's dependence, interference and burden on the middle-class reduces, and I am confident that when we achieve a Viksit Bharat by 2047, we will achieve this as well.
PM Modi on Women empowerment
Today's India is seeing women-led development. Today there are over 10 crore women who are a part of women self help groups. Women are getting land and homes registered in their names, making them lakhpati didis, they are taking loans via mudra loans and are setting up businesses and start-ups. When we see over 10 crore women becoming self-sufficient and independent, when women from humble backgrounds break new ground to take the nation forward, it is a proud moment for every Indian.
- Because of the significant reforms in India's banking sector, today, India stands among the world's best nations in terms of a strong banking system - And when banks are strong, then the foundation of the nation is strong. The Economy is strong.
- For decades, India and its citizens faced a 'Mai-baap' system of governance - where people had to run pillar to post, requesting for what is their right.
- But today, due to reforms across the board, we see an India where every Indian is getting a bank account, every home is getting electricity and water connections, when piped gas and gas cylinders are reaching every doorstep, govt services are sped up and services and conveniences are reaching the citizen's doorstep. Their banking needs are at their fingertips.
- We are keeping global best practices and standard operating procedures as well as forging ahead with digitisation to ensure we lead the world in every field. We are implementing these best practices in every field, reforming every sector, every field.
- Jal Jeevan Mission has reached 15 crore beneficiaries.
- People's suggestions for Viksit Bharat include governance reforms, speedy justice delivery system, promoting traditional medicines.
- 'Viksit Bharat 2047' are not mere words, they are reflection of resolve and dreams of 140 crore people.
- When we take steps and plan the future, the words 'Mera Bharat Mahan' is the soul behind every initiative, every effort.
PM Modi on Soldiers
When we see our soldiers doing surgical strikes, or our air force carry out airstrikes, then every Indian walks out with their heads held high. They feel proud to be Indian.
PM Modi speaks on Covid
When we see people come forward to help others during a pandemic like Covid - the way our Corona Warriors served those in need.
- When I see electricity is reaching every home of every fellow Indians, when water connections are being given to every family and every home.
- When I see the effort by all of my fellow countrymen to come out and achieve a Swachh Bharat - I understand that all this is because people are inspired to take India forward.
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PM Modi begins his address.
Here are the highlights of his speech:
- Today, those who brave and courageous and hardworking are working to take the nation forward - Be it our soldiers, our farmers, our youth. I salute them all.
- In recent times, due to some calamities, many people have lost their lives. I want to assure their families that in this hour of grief and difficulty, the nation stands with them at every step.
- Country indebted to freedom fighters, it is a day to remember their sacrifices.
- 40 crore Indians had come together in the early part of the 20th century and threw out the most oppressive nation from their rule over us. They were 40 crore - today we are 140 crore.
- If 40 crore could achieve the daunting task back in the day, then today, 140 crore can ensure that the nation surges ahead. Many in those 40 crore gave up their lives to achieve the goal of freedom and independence, today 140 crore have to live for the nation and take it forward.
- So many of you have come forward and shared your ideas on how we can ensure a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, when India celebrates completion of 100 years of Independence.
- Many of you suggested how skill development should be prioritised, so many suggested ways how India can become a manufacturing hub to ensure development.
- Several suggestions came about taking our traditional forms of medication and healthcare like Ayurveda to the world. Lots of suggestions came that the judicial processes needs significant reforms.
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PM Modi hoists the national flag at Red Fort on 78th Independence Day.
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Flag hoisting ceremony at Embassy of India in Japan to celebrate the 78th Independence Day Ambassador.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Red Fort for 78th Independence Day celebrations
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on Independence Day 2024.
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Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
#WATCH | Delhi: Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th #IndependenceDay celebrations.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address, from the ramparts of the Red Fort this morning. pic.twitter.com/GQwUNSzZl5
PM Modi wishes 'fellow Indians' on Independence Day ahead of Red Fort address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on Independence Day ahead of the celebrations.
He tweeted, "Independence Day greetings to my fellow Indians. Jai Hind!"
सभी देशवासियों को स्वतंत्रता दिवस की ढेरों शुभकामनाएं। जय हिंद!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2024
Independence Day greetings to my fellow Indians. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
Union Minister Chirag Paswan arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister Chirag Paswan arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th #IndependenceDay celebrations.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address, from the ramparts of the Red Fort this morning. pic.twitter.com/tWR2gqrRxo
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th #IndependenceDay celebrations.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address, from the ramparts of the Red Fort this morning. pic.twitter.com/84xLW6yeeS
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address, from the ramparts of the Red Fort this morning.
#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya arrives at the Red Fort for India's 78th #IndependenceDay celebrations.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address, from the ramparts of the Red Fort this morning. pic.twitter.com/QRAqvO2BFt
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hoist the national flag at his official residence in Delhi as India celebrates its 78th Independence Day.
#WATCH | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hoist the national flag at his official residence in Delhi as India celebrates its 78th #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/B3o2m39v8Y
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
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Lal Chowk in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar is all decked up as India celebrates its 78th Independence Day.
#WATCH | #IndependenceDay2024 | Lal Chowk in Jammu & Kashmir's Srinagar is all decked up as India celebrates its 78th Independence Day. pic.twitter.com/SVmzg7iqdX
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
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Preparations are on at the historic Red Fort in the national capital, Delhi for India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address in a row.
#WATCH | Preparations are on at the historic Red Fort in the national capital, Delhi for India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address in a row. pic.twitter.com/d3Nzuz1N2U
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hoist the national flag at his official residence in Delhi as India celebrates its 78th Independence Day.
#WATCH | Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hoist the national flag at his official residence in Delhi as India celebrates its 78th #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/2xdG11WnwD
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
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Preparations are on at the historic Red Fort in the national capital, Delhi for India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address in a row.
#WATCH | Preparations are on at the historic Red Fort in the national capital, Delhi for India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th Independence Day address in a row. pic.twitter.com/KeOiaDEMNB
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Historic Red Fort in Delhi is all decked up to witness India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hoist the national flag for the 11th consecutive time, today.
#WATCH | Historic Red Fort in Delhi is all decked up to witness India's 78th Independence Day celebration.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hoist the national flag for the 11th consecutive time, today. pic.twitter.com/voesRymKlJ
PM Modi To Address Nation From Red Fort On 78th Independence Day Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unfurl the national flag and address the nation from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort today on the occasion of the country's 78th Independence Day. This would be his first address in his historic third term.
Independence Day 2024: PM Modi To Hoist Tricolour At Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag and deliver his 11th consecutive speech to the nation from the ramparts of the historic monument.
On the call of PM Modi, the Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan has proved to fill the citizens with national patriotic spirit.
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Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, felicitated 75 ASHAs (Accredited Social Health Activists) and ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives) to honour their dedication and tireless efforts towards the success of various health initiatives of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, at Vigyan Bhawan on Wednesday.
To commemorate their outstanding contributions, 75 ASHAs and ANMs have been invited, along with their spouses, as special guests for the 78th Independence Day Ceremony. They will witness the 78th Independence Day event tomorrow from the Red Fort.
Independence Day 2024: Kashmir Decks Up To Celebrate Independence Day
Five years since the abrogation of Article 370, the move, which revoked the region's special status, has brought about transformative changes in Kashmir with the streets of Srinagar adorned with tricolour lighting, reflecting the region's enthusiasm for India's 78th Independence Day on August 15.
The streets of Srinagar, once a hub of separatist activity, are now adorned with tricolour lighting, symbolizing the region's integration with the rest of India. The abrogation of Article 370 has led to improved security, increased tourism, and a sense of unity among the people of Kashmir.
Independence Day 2024: Tight Security In Delhi
As the country gears up for the 78th Independence Day celebrations, a heavy security cordon has been thrown around the national capital with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to lead the celebrations in Delhi.
PM Modi will unfurl the Tricolour at the ramparts of the Red Fort on Thursday morning and deliver his customary address to the nation from there. Delhi Police have significantly intensified the security to ensure a secure and peaceful event.
These include increased surveillance by installing AI-based cameras, extensive vehicle checks, and enhanced patrolling across the city.
Security personnel have been deployed in and around the Red Fort, and bomb disposal staff have been carrying out checking of the nearby vicinity of Red Fort along with the dog squad.
