Independence Day: PM Narendra Modi today addressed the nation from the Red Fort in Delhi.
New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tribute to corona warriors, or those at the forefront of the battle against the coronavirus pandemic, as he addressed the nation on Independence Day. PM Modi is delivering his seventh consecutive Independence Day speech from the iconic Red Fort. The celebrations this year, taking place as the nation fights the coronavirus, are muted and strict social distancing and safety measures are in place. There are fewer people at the Red Fort and no schoolchildren. The invitees were asked to wear masks and were seated at six-feet distance.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tributes at Rajghat.
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PM Modi unfurled the national flag at Red Fort and national anthem was played.
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As India celebrates its 74th Independence Day, Delhi’s iconic Red Fort, from where PM Modi is addressing the nation, sees a low-key Independence Day celebration amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivers his Independence Day Speech.
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Security check being conducted in Red Fort premises ahead of Independence Day celebrations.