India is gearing up to celebrate its 78th Independence Day on August 15, 2024, with festivities beginning at the iconic Red Fort. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag at 7:30 AM and deliver his 11th consecutive Independence Day address, outlining the nation’s progress and future aspirations. This year’s theme, “Viksit Bharat,” signifies the government’s commitment to transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. The theme emphasizes comprehensive development in various sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, and technology, aiming to enhance India’s global standing through economic growth, social progress, and sustainable development.
The Independence Day celebrations will be broadcast live on Doordarshan and streamed on the Press Information Bureau (PIB) YouTube channel, as well as on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) via @PIB_India and the PMO Twitter handle. This year’s celebrations will see a grand parade showcasing India’s military prowess, cultural diversity, and technological advancements. In the evening, important buildings and monuments will be illuminated, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, running from August 9 to August 15, aims to foster patriotism and national pride by encouraging every Indian to hoist the national flag. Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, highlighted the campaign’s significance, stating, “The initiative aims to instill a spirit of patriotism and national pride among citizens by encouraging every Indian to hoist the national flag.” The campaign embodies the spirit of unity and national identity, urging citizens to display the tricolor as a symbol of pride and remembrance.
Alongside the Independence Day celebrations, the Ministry of Defence has launched a nationwide tree-planting drive under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. This initiative, launched by Prime Minister Modi on World Environment Day, June 5, aims to plant 1.5 million trees across India. The campaign involves the three armed services and various associated organizations, including DRDO, defence PSUs, CGDA, NCC, Sainik Schools, and ordnance factories, reinforcing the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and a greener future.
