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PM Narendra Modi on Saturday early morning greeted nation on its 80th Independence Day, while paying the tribute to the freedom fighters who lost their lives to end colonial rule. In his message, PM Modi said the aspirations of those who fought for India’s independence have continued to guide India’s effort to build Viksit Bharat.

On India’s 80th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort, honouring freedom fighters and stressing the 2047 goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’, inspired by citizens’ progress.
PM Modi Remembers Freedom Fighters
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “We remember with gratitude the countless freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule. Their dreams continue to inspire us as we work together to build a Viksit Bharat.”
He also highlighted India’s progress in different sectors and credited Indian citizens for this journey.
“Powered by 140 crore Indians, our nation is scaling new heights of progress across different sectors. May this journey keep progressing at an even greater pace in the times to come,” PM Modi wrote.
Warm greetings on the occasion of Independence Day.
We remember with gratitude the countless freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule. Their dreams continue to inspire us as we work together to build a Viksit Bharat.…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2026
80th Independence Day Celebrations At Red Fort
PM Modi is leading the main Independence Day celebrations at historic Red Fort in Delhi. He hosted the Indian flag and addressed the nation from the Red Fort. It is his 13th consecutive Independence Day address in 2026.
PM Modi has continued his Viksit Bharat theme in his address to the nation from previous year address also. He said to remain focus on making India long terms goal of Developed India till 2047.
