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79th Independence Day to Be Marked with ‘Naya Bharat’ Theme; PM Modi to Lead Celebrations at Red Fort
The celebrations highlight India’s progress and Operation Sindoor’s success, with 5,000 special guests attending and patriotic band performances at over 140 locations nationwide.
Under the ‘Naya Bharat’ theme, the celebrations on August 15 will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Red Fort, marking India’s 79th Independence Day.
The Union Ministry of Defence said Operation Sindoor’s success will be highlighted at the Independence Day celebrations, with invitation cards featuring its logo and a Chenab Bridge watermark.
Ceremonial elements include a 96-member Guard of Honour commanded by Wing Commander AS Sekhon, Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisting with the flag-hoisting, a 21-gun salute by the 1721 Field Battery, and two Mi-17 helicopters showering petals—one with the national flag and the other with the Operation Sindoor flag.
Over 2,500 NCC cadets and My Bharat volunteers will sing the national anthem at the conclusion of the prime minister’s address, while the Delhi Metro will operate from 4 am on August 15 and approximately 5,000 special guests are invited.
In the broader context, the celebrations underscore India’s long-term Viksit Bharat by 2047 vision and serve as a platform to honour the continuing rise of a secure and prosperous Naya Bharat.