Independence Day 2021 LIVE: Beating Retreat Takes Place At Attari-Wagah Border In Punjab
Independence Day 2021 PM Modi Live: India is celebrating its 75th Independence Day. Addressing the nation from Red Fort, PM Modi lauded the Tokyo Olympic winners and Covid warriors.
The 75th Independence Day was celebrated here in Jammu with enthusiasm and fervour amid tight security with J&K LG Manoj Sinha's Advisor Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar hoisting the Tricolour at M A Stadium in Jammu.
The school children presented a scintillating cultural programme on the theme of patriotism, folk dance and music which was highly applauded by the audience.
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We will not tolerate any aggression or attack on our territory. We will teach them (Pakistan) the lesson of their lifetime if they try to be adventurous said Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Independence Day: Chief Minister's Office
President Ram Nath Kovind pays tribute at National War Memorial on 75th Independence Day
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal hoists the National Flag at Secretariat Building on Independence Day, announces 'Deshbhakti Curriculum' in Delhi Govt Schools from September 27 as a tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh.
I wish all citizens of the country on behalf of my party. I pray to the Almighty for the happiness of the society, that there be happiness everywhere in the country and the world, and India leaps forward towards development: BJP national president JP Nadda
Union Minister Jitendra Singh hoists the national flag on Independence, says, "On India entering its 75th year, PM Modi reflected upon the roadmap for next 25 years when India turns 100. An important announcement by PM was the admission of girls in Sainik Schools."
National flag hoisted at Donkyala pass at 18300 ft - the highest pass in the Eastern Sector on 75th Independence Day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the Indian Contingent who participated in Tokyo Olympics and NCC Cadets.
After concluding the Independence Day speech at Red Fort, PM Modi interacted with Olympians and children following all Covid guidelines.
By conducting surgical strikes and airstrikes, we have given a message of the emergence of a new India to our enemies. It also conveys that India can take tough decisions: PM Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort on Independence Day
Today, I am announcing the National Hydrogen Mission in view of climate change. We have to make India a hub for production and export of Green Hydrogen: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
It's a major turning point for our country. In this decade we've to further speed up drive to bring in talent, technology& professionalism in sports in the country. It's a matter of pride that India's daughters are giving a splendid performance, be it Boards exams or Olympics: PM
Today, we have to pledge to make India energy independent before completing 100 years of independence. India has moved towards electric mobility and work is underway on 100% electrification of Indian Railways with the aim to becoming net-zero carbon emitter by the year 2030: PM
"There was a time when sports wasn't considered a part of the mainstream. Parents used to tell children that they would spoil their life if they kept playing. Now, awareness regarding sports & fitness has come within the country. We have experienced this in Olympics this time", said PM Modi at Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the government will fortify the rice distributed to the poor via different schemes such as Midday Meal in a bid to address the problem of malnutrition. "Malnutrition and lack of micro-nutrients are affecting the growth of poor children. Looking at this, it has been decided to fortify the rice given to the poor via different government schemes," Modi said in his Independence Day speech. Whether through ration shops or the Midday Meal scheme, the rice made available under every government programme will be fortified by the year 2024.
Currently, out of the 15 states identified for the 'Central scheme on fortified rice and its distribution via public distribution system (PDS)', five are implementing it in one district each on a pilot basis. Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Chhattisgarh have started distributing fortified rice -- mixed with nutrients -- in their respective identified district.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced from the Red Fort that to uplift the women of the country, now, all Sainik schools will be open for girls in the country.
Earlier, the govt was sitting in the driver seat. Maybe it was needed at that time. But the time has changed now. Efforts have increased in the last 7 years to free the people from the web of unnecessary laws & procedures. Several unnecessary laws have been scrapped so far
Our priority will be to ensure that the services reach the last person seamlessly. For the all-round development of the nation, it is essential to end the unnecessary interference of govt and government procedures in the lives of people, says PM Modi at Red Fort
Political will is required to bring in big changes, big reforms. Today, the world can see that there is no dearth of political will in India. Good and smart governance is needed to bring reforms. The world is a witness to how India is writing a new chapter of governance: PM Modi
75 Vande Bharat trains will connect every corner of India in 75 weeks of Amrit Mahotsav of Independence: PM Modi at Red Fort on 75th Independence Day
In the coming days, we will launch PM Gati Shakti Plan, a 100 lakh crore national infrastructure master plan which will make a foundation for holistic infrastructure and give an integrated pathway to our economy: PM Modi at Red Fort
Our mantra is 'Chhota kisan bane desh ki shaan'. It's our dream. In yrs to come, we've to further increase the collective strength of small farmers of the country, we will have to provide them new facilities. 'Kisan rail' runs on more than 70 rail routes of the country today: PM Modi at Red Fort
We have to work together for the next-generation infrastructure, world-class manufacturing, cutting innovations, and new-age technology: PM Modi on 75th Independence Day
In the coming years, we will have to increase the collective power of the small farmers of the country. We have to give them new facilities. They must become the country's pride: PM Modi at Red Fort
Today we see our villages changing rapidly. In past few yrs, facilities like road & electricity have reached villages. Today, the optical fiber network is providing the power of data to villages, the internet is reaching there. Digital entrepreneurs are getting ready in villages too: PM Modi at Red Fort
Hand-holding of deprived communities necessary; nesides caring about basic facilities, reservation for Dalits, backwards, tribals, economically weak sections of general category. Recently reservation was granted to OBCs, under all-India quota, in medical education. States have been granted the right to make their own OBC lists: PM Modi at Red Fort
"Delimitation Commission has been constituted in Jammu and Kashmir and preparations are on for assembly elections in the future": PM Modi during his Independence Day speech
Development should be inclusive. The Northeast region, the Himalayan region including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, the coastal belt, and tribal regions will make a foundation for India's development in the future: PM Modi on Independence Day
It is essential to fully utilise the capabilities of India to take it to new heights, in the 21st century. For this, we have to hold hands of the section that is lagging behind, the area that is lagging behind: PM Narendra Modi at Red Fort
Benefits of many schemes that started in the last 7 years have reached the doorsteps of crores of poor. From Ujjwala to Ayushman Bharat, the poor of the nation knows their (schemes') strength. Today, govt schemes have picked up pace & are reaching their goals: PM Narendra Modi
A time comes in the development journey of every country when that nation defines itself from a new end, when it takes itself forward with new resolutions. Today, that time has come in India's development journey. 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayaas' is very important for the achievement of all our goals, said PM Modi at Red Fort
"A time comes in the development journey of every country when that nation defines itself from a new end, when it takes itself forward with new resolutions. Today, that time has come in India's development journey. 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas'. Now, 'Sabka Prayas' is important for the achievement of all our goals," Modi added
We can proudly say that the largest COVID19 vaccination program is being run in India today. More than 54 crore people have received vaccine doses so far: PM Modi at Red Fort
Prime Minister coined the slogan of 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas' beginning from today to reach saturation and build the country providing all basic necessities to every citizen of the country.
Indians have fought this battle (COVID) with a lot of patience. We had many challenges but we worked with extraordinary pace in every area. It's a result of the strength of our industrialists & scientists, that today India doesn't need to depend on any other nation for vaccines: PM Modi at Red Fort
After all our efforts we also lost many in this fight against Covid-19. This unbearable pain will always remain with us: PM Modi at Red Fort
The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievement today. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations: PM Modi lauds Olympians at Red Fort.
We have taken a decision to observe August 14 as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, to honour the pain and sufferings faced by the people of India during the partition: PM Modi said at Red Fort
Prime Minister hailed the doctors and nurses who worked day and night to and performed their duty with due diligence while the country battled with the Coronavirus.
PM Modi said, "During COVID, our doctors, nurses, paramedical staff, sanitation workers, scientists who were developing vaccines & crores of citizens who were working with a sense of service -all those who devoted every moment to serve others in this period, deserve our appreciation."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people on Sunday on the occasion of 75th Independence Day This is his eighth address as the prime minister. In his address, he extended greetings to the citizens and recounted the struggle of the freedom fighters,
Prime Minister expressed hope that the year of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' will infuse new energy in the country.
India is commemorating 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav', a year-long celebration to mark 75 years of Independence.
"Greetings to you all on Independence Day. Wishing you all a very Happy 75th Independence Day. May this year of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' infuse new energy among the people of the country. Jai Hind!" Modi tweeted.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoists the national flag at Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspects Guard of Honour at Red Fort
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, MoS Defence Ajay Bhatt and Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar receive Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Lahori Gate of the Red Fort.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the Raj Ghat and paid tribute to the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, PM Modi is now headed towards Red Fort to hoist the national flag.
Union Minister for Culture & Tourism G Kishan Reddy hoists the national flag at his residence on Independence Day 2021.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hoisted the national flag on 75th Independence Day 2021
PM Modi's schedule for Independence Day 2021
- PM Modi to reach Raj Ghat at 7 am
- PM to arrive at Red Fort at 7:18 am
- PM Modi to hoist the national flag at 7:30 am
- PM Modi to address the nation at 7:32 am
- Netaji Subhash Marg from Delhi Gate to Chatta Rail Chowk.
- Lothian Road from GPO Delhi to Chatta Rail Chowk.
- S.P.Mukherjee Marg from H.C.Sen Marg to Yamuna Bazar Chowk.
- Chandni Chowk Road from Fountain Chowk to Red Fort.
- Nishad Raj Marg from Ring Road to Netaji Subhash Marg.
- Esplanade Road and its Link Road to Netaji Subhash Marg.
- Ring Road from Rajghat to ISBT.
- Outer ring Road from ISBT to IP Flyover i.e. Salimgarh Bypass (As & when required).
A hawk-eyed vigil will be maintained across the national capital on the 75th Independence Day on Sunday with a multi-layered security cover in place at the historic Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation.
Security cover has been beefed up in the city and forces are on high alert to thwart any untoward incident as police have intensified patrolling and deployed extra pickets at vital installations.
Borders have also been sealed to ensure no untoward incident takes place in the national capital and strict action will be taken against anyone who tries to disrupt the law and order situation, police officials said.
The multi-layered security ring, including NSG snipers, elite SWAT commandos, kite catchers, canine units and sharpshooters on high-rise buildings, has been placed around the Mughal-era fort, and adherence to social distancing norms will be must like last year due to the Covid pandemic.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Sunday after unfurling the Tricolour. This year, to mark the achievements of the recently concluded Tokyo Olympics, all Olympians who won a medal have received special invites to the ceremony. The celebrations would be centered around the theme ‘Nation First, Nation Always’.
The Prime Minister has launched 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' from Sabarmati Ashram at Ahmedabad in Gujarat in March 2021 to celebrate 75 years of India's Independence. The celebrations will continue till August 15, 2023. The Defence Secretary will introduce the General Officer Commanding (GoC) of Delhi Area Lieutenant General Vijay Kumar Mishra to the Prime Minister.
Background
Independence Day 2021: India is all set to celebrate its 75th year of Independence with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to unfurl the tricolour and address the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort in the national capital. According to reports, PM's speech is likely to begin at 7:30 am.
Upon the arrival of the Prime Minister at the Red Fort, he will be received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Minister of State (Defence) Ajay Bhatt and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar.
The Defence Secretary will introduce the General Officer Commanding (GoC) of Delhi Area Lieutenant General Vijay Kumar Mishra to the Prime Minister.
Lt Gen Mishra will then take the Prime Minister to the Saluting Base where a combined Inter-Services and Delhi Police Guard will present a general salute to the Prime Minister. Thereafter, PM Modi will inspect the Guard of Honour.
The Guard of Honour contingent for the Prime Minister will consist of one officer and 20 men each from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Delhi Police. Indian Navy is the coordinating service this year.
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