In photos: PM Narendra Modi addresses nation from Red Fort on 78th Independence Day

India celebrated its 78th Independence Day with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the nation from the Red Fort for 11th consecutive time.

Published on: Aug 15, 2024 11:45 AM IST

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day on August 15, 2024 (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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This was Narendra Modi's 11th consecutive speech as prime minister, and he delivered the longest speech by any Indian PM till date, speaking for 98 minutes in total. (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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Donning a colourful Rajasthani leheriya turban, a white kurta and blue jacket, PM Modi hoisted the tiranga, while paying homage to the colours of the flag with his outfit as well (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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PM Modi, during his address, also touched upon various topics, including the Kolkata doctor's rape-murder case, the Bangladesh crisis and development reforms for the country. (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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In his speech, the prime minister also paid homage to freedom fighters who made India's independence possible, saying that the country is indebted to them. (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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Prime minister Modi also kept in line with the theme of Viksit Bharat, saying that with the resolve and belief of 140 crore people, India would become a developed country by 2047 (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)

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PM Modi also congratulated India's Olympics athletes and their achievements, saying India would work towards being able to host the games in 2036. (Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times)