Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav : Know about the History, Importance and Significance of 76th Independence Day

The Independence Day 2022 festivities are being kicked off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be addressing the nation from Red Fort. It will be PM Modi's ninth consecutive Independence Day speech. Celebrations at Red Fort will kick off with Prime Minister unfurling the Tricolour and will receive a ‘Rashtriya Salute’ followed by the customary address to the nation.

The Air Force band will play the national anthem during the unfurling of the national flag which is also synchronised with the 21-gun salute fired by the valiant gunners of the elite 8711 Field Battery (Ceremonial).