Independence Day 2024 HIGHLIGHTS: 'Secular civil code, one nation-one election need of the day,' says PM Modi

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai addressed the public during the 78th Independence Day celebrations in Raipur.

DIG BSF Amritsar Sector, SS Chandel hoisted the Tiranga on 78th Independence Day, at Attari-Wagah border, in Amritsar.

There should be a secular civil code in the country said Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Red Fort on Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

"As a neighbouring country, I can understand the concern regarding whatever has happened in Bangladesh. I hope that the situation there gets normal at the earliest. The concerns of 140 crore countrymen to ensure the safety of Hindus and minorities there - India always wants our neighbouring countries to walk the path of prosperity and peace. We are committed to peace. In the days to come, we will continue to wish well for Bangladesh in its 'Vikas Yatra' because we think about the welfare of humankind," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

'Some people are pessimists, want to take the country backwards, stay away from them', PM Modi warned from the ramparts of Red Fort.

India organising the G20 Summit on a large scale has proven that India has the capability to organise large-scale events, said PM Modi in his I-Day speech, adding it is the dream of India to host 2036 Olympics, we are making preparations for that.

"Today, we also have with us the youth who made the Indian flag fly high in Olympics. On behalf of 140 crore countrymen, I congratulate all our athletes and players. In the next few days, a huge contingent of India will leave for Paris to participate in the Paralympics. I extend best wishes to all our Paralympians," PM Modi hailed sportspersons in his I-Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"I have dreamt of a developed India by 2047. In developed India, there would be less interference from the government in the life of a common man," the prime minister ensivaged in his I-Day speech.

We showed the world not just by words, but by doing, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hailing the works of his government.

Top companies of the world want to invest in India, said PM Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"5G has reached almost all areas of India. We are not going to stop at 5G. We are already working on 6G in mission mode, said PM Modi.

"I would like to express my pain once again, from the Red Fort today. As a society, we will have to think seriously about the atrocities against women that are happening - there is outrage against this in the country. I can feel this outrage. The country, society, State governments will have to take this seriously. Speedy investigation of crimes against women, those executing these monstrous deeds be awarded strict punishment at the earliest - this is important to instil confidence in society. I would also like to say that when rapes and incidents of atrocities on women occur, it is widely discussed. But when a person of such monstrous tendency is punished, it is not seen in news, but restricted to a corner. It is the need of the hour, that extensive discussion on those receiving punishment be held so that those committing this sin understand that this leads to hanging. I think it is very important to instil this fear." said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

Women are being assaulted, and those who commit demonic acts should be punished soon, said PM Modi apparently on the Kolkata rape-murder case.

'Reforms have been carried out in the banking sector. Just think, what was the condition of the banking sector earlier, there was no development and no expansion," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of the Red Fort. 

"In the next five years, 75,000 new seats will be created in medical colleges in India. Viksit Bharat 2047 should also be 'Swasth Bharat' and for this, we have started Rashtriya Poshan Mission," PM Modi announced during his Independence Day speech.

"For working women, maternity leave has been increased from 12 weeks to 26 weeks. We not only just respect women, we not only take decisions for her sensitively, we make decisions to ensure that the government does not become a hindrance in the requirements of the mother to make her child a quality citizen," said PM Modi.

Language should not be a barrier to talent, new education policy emphasizes on mother tongue, said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"The country has given me the opportunity to serve for the third time in a row. The blessings of the people have only one message, service to all," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"We need to promote reforms in governance in order to achieve the dream of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. So that, there are no hurdles in the lives of common people. The delivery system in the governance needs more strengthening," said PM Modi in his I-Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"Youth of my country does not intend to walk slowly now. Youth of my country does not believe in incremental progress. Youth of my country is in the mood to take a leap, it is in the mood to leap and achieve new goals. I would like to say that this is a golden era for India. Even if we compare it to the global situation, this is a golden era. We should not let this opportunity go to waste. If we go ahead with this opportunity, with our dreams and resolutions, we will be able to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"Whether it's tourism, MSMEs, education, health, transport, agriculture or any other sector, there is an advanced system. Bringing world's best practices forward, we want to lead. Every sector requires modernisation, advancement and connectivity with technologies. We are getting new support due to our policies in all sectors," said PM Modi in his I-Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

PM Modi hailed reforms in the legal sector, saying his government changed centuries-old criminal laws. "Today the government is working on skill development," he added.

"The space sector is an important aspect. We have done many reforms in this sector. Today, many startups are entering this sector. The space sector which is becoming vibrant is an essential element towards making India a powerful nation. We are focusing and giving strength to this sector with a long-term idea," said PM Modi.

"We were given a huge responsibility and we introduced major reforms on the ground. I would like to assure the countrymen that our commitment to reforms is not limited to pink paper editorials. Our commitment to reforms is not for a few days of appreciation. Our reform procedure is not under any compulsions, it is with the intention of strengthening the country. That is why, I can say that our path to reforms is the blueprint of growth in a way. This reform, this growth, this change is not just a matter of discussion for debate clubs, intellectual societies and experts. We did not do this for political compulsions. We have just one resolve - Nation First," asserted PM Modi in his I-Day speech.

"In the last 10 years, 10 crore women have joined women's self-help groups. 10 crore women are becoming financially independent. When women become financially independent they become part of the decision-making system in a household leading to social change...Till now, 9 lakh crores have been given to self-help groups in the country," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"Be it tourism, education, health, MSME, transport, farming and agriculture sectors- in every sector a new modern system is being created. We want to move forward by adopting best practices by integration of technology," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"For Viksit Bharat 2047, we invited suggestions from the countrymen. The many suggestions we received reflect the dreams and aspirations of our citizens. Some people suggested making India the skill capital, some others said that India should be made a manufacturing hub and the country must become self-reliant. Reforms in governance and justice system, creation of greenfield cities, capacity building, India’s own space station - these are the aspirations of the citizens. When the people of the nation have such big dreams, it takes our self-confidence to newer heights and we become more resolute," said PM Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort.

"The coarse grains of Indian farmers have to be delivered to every dining table in the world. The farmers of the country have to be strengthened," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech.

"How can we forget the Corona period? Our country administered vaccines to crores of people the fastest of all, across the world. This is the same country where terrorists used to come and attack us. When the armed forces of the country execute surgical strike, when it does airstrike, the youth of the country are filled with pride. That is why the 140 crore citizens of the country are proud today," said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech.

Earlier, people wanted change but their aspirations were not paid heed to, we brought about big reforms on the ground, said PM Modi at Red Fort.

Our commitment to reforms not for temporary applause or due to compulsions, but resolve to strengthen the country, said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech.

When country's armed forces carry out surgical and air strikes, every Indian is filled with pride, said PM Modi in his Independence Day speech.

We have to make India a global manufacturing hub, India will become the third-largest economy in the world, said PM Modi at Red Fort.

If 40 crore people can break the shackles of slavery to gain freedom, then with the same spirit 140 crore people can make India a developed nation, said PM Modi at Red Fort.

"This year and for the past few years, due to natural calamity, our concerns have been mounting. Several people have lost their family members, properties in natural calamity. Nation too has suffered losses. Today, I express my sympathy to all of them and I assure them that this nation stands with them in this hour of crisis," said PM Modi at Red Fort.

"We are proud that we carry the blood of the 40 crore people who had uprooted the colonial rule from India. Today, we are 140 crore people, if we resolve and move together in one direction, then we can become 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 by overcoming all obstacles in the way," PM Modi asserted at Red Fort.

Everyone has to come together to achieve a Developed India, said PM Modi at Red Fort.

"Today is the day to pay tributes to the uncountable 'Azaadi ke deewane' who made sacrifices for the nation. This country is indebted to them," PM Modi said at Red Fort.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his 11th Independence Day speech at the Red Fort.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort on the occasion of 78the Independence Day.

PM Modi inspected a guard of honour at the iconic Red Fort.

PM Modi arrived at Red Fort to unfurl the national flag on 78the Independence Day.

A flag hoisting ceremony was held at Embassy of India in Japan to celebrate the 78th Independence Day Ambassador.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on Independence Day 2024.

PM Modi arrived at Rajghat to pay floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi ahead of Independence Day celebration.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari arrived at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy arrived at Red Fort to attend Independence Day celebrations.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived at Red Fort ahead Independence Day celebration.

"सभी देशवासियों को स्वतंत्रता दिवस की ढेरों शुभकामनाएं। जय हिंद! Independence Day greetings to my fellow Indians. Jai Hind!," PM Modi posted on X.

Union Minister Chirag Paswan arrived at the Red Fort for India's 78th Independence Day celebrations.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hoisted the national flag at his official residence in Delhi as India celebrates its 78th Independence Day.

Union Ministers Giriraj Singh and Mansukh Mandaviya arrived 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.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort for the 11th time in a row. He is also poised to become the third Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi to address the nation on eleven consecutive Independence Day. This occasion will be particularly significant as it will be PM Modi's first Independence Day address in his third term. With this, he will surpass former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who hoisted the tricolour ten times during his tenure from 2004 to 2014.

With the aim to increase Jan Bhagidari in this festival of national fervour, around 6,000 Special Guests have been invited to witness the celebrations at Red Fort this year.