New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday unfurled the national flag at the Red Fort here on the occasion of India's 72nd Independence Day.
Dressed in a white kurta and saffron turban, he unfurled the flag at the 17th century monument amid a 21-gun salute.
Modi was received at Lahori Gate of Red Fort by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre and Defence Secretary Sanjay Mitra.
He then reviewed a tri-services guard of honour.
This is Modi's fifth speech at the Red Fort since he became the Prime Minister.
Highlights of PM Modi's speech
The practice of Triple Talaq has caused great injustice among Muslim women. We are trying to end this practice but there are some people who are not wanting it to end.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 15, 2018
I ensure the Muslim women that I will work to ensure justice is done to them: PM @narendramodi
We will not spare the corrupt and those who stashed black money. They have ruined the country. Delhi's streets are now free from power brokers. From the voice of power brokers, the voice of the poor is heard: PM Modi #IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/BpvPfMyJCF
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
The honest taxpayer of India has a major role in the progress of the nation. It is due to them that so many people are fed, the lives of the poor are transformed: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 15, 2018
The honest Indian taxpayer has a big role in the progress of the country. It is due to them that so many people are fed, the lives of the poor are transformed: PM Narendra Modi #IndependenceDayIndia
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Abhiyaan will be launched on 25th September this year. It is high time we ensure that the poor of India get access to good quality and affordable healthcare: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 15, 2018
The healthcare initiatives of the government will have a positive impact on 50 crore Indians. It is important to ensure that we free the poor of India from poverty due to which they cannot afford healthcare: PM Narendra Modi #IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/abGIxiNj4p
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Abhiyaan will be launched on 25th September this year. It is high time we ensure that the poor of India get proper access to good quality and affordable healthcare: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/TDIc5qwnsx
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
Due to Swachh Bharat mission, lakhs of children can lead healthier lives. Even the WHO has praised it. Mahatma Gandhi led the Satyagrahis to freedom. Today, the Swachhagrahis have to ensure a Swachh Bharat: PM Modi
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
As significant as economic growth, is dignity of the individual. Our schemes such as Ujjwala and Saubhagya Yojana are enhancing the dignity of fellow Indians: PM Modi #IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/0YkO81IftE
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
With a 'Beej Se Bazar Tak' approach, we are bringing exceptional reforms in the agriculture sector. Our aim is to double farmer incomes by 2022: PM Modi #IndependenceDayIndia
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
India is proud of our scientists, who are excelling in their research and are at the forefront of innovation. In the year 2022 or if possible before, India will unfurl the tricolour in space: PM Narendra Modi #IndiaIndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/MwvBXmUY8x
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
There was a time when North East India used to feel that Delhi is very far from them, but today we have brought Delhi to the doorstep of the North East: PM Narendra Modi #IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/6Hs1rWHwKa
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
India's voice is being heard effectively at the world stage. We are integral parts of forums whose doors were earlier closed for us: PM Narendra Modi #IndiaIndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/M98iaYypS4
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
The recently concluded monsoon session of Parliament was one devoted to social justice. The Parliament session witnessed the passage of the bill to create an OBC Commission: PM Narendra Modi #IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/Hp3v9H28hg
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
We are proudly celebrating #IndependenceDay today as six women officers of the Indian Navy, circumnavigated the globe recently (on INSV Tarini): PM Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/l5D4QBczIX
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2018
Modi greets nation on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted the people on the occasion of India's 72nd Independence Day.
"Independence Day greetings to the people of India. Jai Hind!" Modi said in a tweet.
Modi reached Rajghat and paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
