Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at Red Fort on India's 78th Independence Day, August 15. After hoisting the Tricolour, PM Modi received a "Rashtriya Salute". The Punjab Regiment Military band, consisting of one JCO and 25 Other Ranks, played the National Anthem during the hoisting of the National Flag. Following this, PM Modi will deliver his 11th Independence Day address from Delhi's Red Fort. Earlier, he arrived at the Red Fort to celebrate the 78th Independence Day. Dressed in a white kurta and blue attire and a traditional multicolour safa, PM Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries. This year's Independence Day celebrations celebration marks the 11th time PM Modi will address the nation from the Red Fort on Independence Day, making him the third Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi to achieve this milestone. Independence Day 2024 Wishes: PM Narendra Modi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Nitin Gadkari and Other Leaders Extend Greetings on India’s 78th Independence Day.

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