On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, the National Flag was hoisted at various places in the National Capital. Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Dr S Jaishankar, Nitin Gadkari, Dr Jitendra Singh and Lok Speaker Om Birla hoisted the tricolour at their residences.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta hoisted the National Flag at the Chhatrasal Stadium and Union Minister and BJP President JP Nadda hoisted the National Flag at the BJP Headquarters.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Nadda asserted the country will not only remain independent but will also become a prosperous and Viksit Bharat. He said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation continues to progress even while the world faces instability.
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar underscored that the Prime Minister’s speech at the Red Fort was a message of Aatmanirbharta. He added that Mr Modi expressed confidence that the countrymen will rise to the challenges.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also underlined that thousands of people made sacrifices and gave their lives to make the country independent. He added that the time has come for all the citizens to collectively strive to make the country a developed nation.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge hoisted the tricolour at the Congress Headquarters in the National Capital.
In Arunachal Pradesh, main Independence Day function was held at IG Park, Itanagar, where Chief Minister Pema Khandu hoisted the National Flag and took salute from the parade.
The ceremonial march past featured various uniformed contingents, NCC cadets, Scouts and Guides, and schoolchildren.
In his address, Mr Khandu said that today Arunachal Pradesh’s per capita income has more than doubled by 105 percent proving that development is reaching the people and lives are improving across the state. He said that the state government has declared 2025-2035 as the Decade of Hydropower.
The Chief Minister announced that in the next three years alone the government will kick off new hydropower projects worth two Lakh Crore rupees adding another 19 GW of capacity in the state.
The celebrations also featured spectacular and vibrant cultural performances by various artists.
Earlier in the morning, Governor Lt. Gen. K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) hoisted the National Flag at Raj Bhawan in Itanagar.Speaking on the occasion the Governor said that the state stands in an era of rapid change and immense opportunity.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today hoisted the national flag at Mantralaya in Mumbai to mark India’s 79th Independence Day.
Addressing the gathering, he hailed the Operation Sindoor and asserted that Indian armed forces destroyed terrorist establishments in Pakistan with extreme precision and demonstrated India’s military might on the global level. He congratulated all the officers and soldiers who were a part of this operation.
Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan hoisted the National Tricolor at the Council Hall in Pune.
Nagaland joined the nation in celebrating the Independence Day with a vibrant display of cultural performances. A state-level programme was held at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat Plaza in Kohima, where Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio hoisted the National Flag and took the Salute from the parade contingents.
Addressing the citizens, the Chief Minister paid tribute to the freedom fighters and brave martyrs who secured the country’s freedom and safeguarded its future. He said their courage, sacrifice, and selfless service will forever inspire generations to come.
Mr. Rio said the ongoing Naga Peace Process is a symbol of hope for a lasting solution that fulfills the aspirations of the Naga people.
He added that his government has been actively facilitating the peace process and called upon everyone to work together for a peaceful resolution that ensures justice and dignity for all.
He noted that substantial progress has been made on the issue of the Frontier Nagaland Territory, with the latest tripartite talks between representatives of the Government of India, the Government of Nagaland, and the Nga organisation ENPO held on 23rd July this year in Delhi.
Highlighting the developmental activities of his government, the Chief Minister announced that the state government is setting up a Skill Centre for construction workers with a budget of three crore rupees.
He also announced the launch of a programme to provide access to core employability skills for rural youth, using a mobile Morung Skill Van, with a budget outlay of one crore rupees
Flag hoisting programmes were also organized at various important institutions in Mumbai.
Various cultural and social programs have been organised all over the city. All important buildings have been decorated in tri-colour lights.
In Assam, the main function of Independence Day was held at the Veterinary Play Ground in Guwahati. Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma hoisted the tri-colour and took the salute from the parade. Addressing the program, he said that Assam is one of the three fastest-developing states in the country.
He said that the law and order situation significantly improved in the State as there is no violence during the four and half years of his government and the youths now are working for the development of the State.
The Chief Minister informed that more than 11 thousand surrendered militants have been rehabilitated and Government jobs have been provided to over one lakh 24 thousand youths in a transparent manner.
Mr. Sarma thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for all round support to his government.
He said that several major development projects materialised in the State, including bridges over the river Brahmaputra, semi conductor park, an ethanol production unit and the Guwahati ring road.
More than 1500 km of rail road has been electrified, and new terminal of Gopinath Bordoloi Airport of Guwahati will be inaugurated in December this year.
The Chief Minister also said that his government is committed to stopping the menace of child marriage in the state by next year.
Mr Sarma said that the recognition of Chraideo Moidams by UNESCO as a World Heritage site and the recognition of Assamese as a Classical language are big achievements of his government.
He said that first-of-its-kind approach in the country, his government started the Co-district concept across the State for governance reform and taking governance to the grassroots levels. At present, 49 co-districts have been operational in the state and the government plans to establish a total of 78 co-districts across Assam.
On the occasion of Independence Day, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai hoisted the National Flag and took the salute of the parade at the Police Parade Ground in Raipur.
Addressing the gathering, he urged the people of the state to adopt indigenous products in the interest of the nation.He announced the launch of the Mukhyamantri Nagar Utthan Yojana to improve urban infrastructure in the state.
Mr Saoi also announced the introduction of the Police Commissionerate system in Raipur, as well as the commencement of the Mukhyamantri Gramin Bus Seva Yojana in Bastar and Sarguja divisions.
In Madhya Pradesh, the state level function of Independence Day was organized in Bhopal where Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav hoisted the national flag. Governor Mangu Bhai Patel hoisted the tricolor in Pachmarhi.
Cabinet ministers of the state and district collectors hoisted the flag at various district headquarters.
In his address, the Chief Minister said that 55 lakh hectares of area is being irrigated in the state. He said that Madhya Pradesh is the first state in the country where the project to link rivers has been started.
He said that the state stood second in the country by building 38 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Also, more than 8 lakh urban families have also been provided with concrete houses.
Dr. Yadav said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Madhya Pradesh is the leading state to implement the National Education Policy 2020.
Independence Day was also celebrated in all district headquarters, where Ministers and MLAs hoisted the National Flag.
In Bihar, the 79th Independence Day is being celebrated with full patriotic feelings. The main state level function was held historical Gandhi Maidan in Patna, where Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hoisted the national flag.
Addressing the people, he announced that his government is focused on jobs and employment to youths and in next five years one crore jobs and employment opportunities will be given to the youths.
The Chief Minister announced reduction of fees for preliminary stage of competitive examinations organised by the Bihar Public Service Commission and other exam holding bodies to nominal 100 rupees. He also announced fees waiver to candidates, who appear in mains examination of state competition.
Mr Kumar enumerated several achievements of his government in health, education, infrastructure law and order.
The Chief Minister said seven new medical colleges will be set up in Lakhisarai, Sheikhpura, Sheohar, Arwal, Rohtas, Katihar and Kishanganj.
He also expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government for providing financial assistance and other help under special packages for infrastructure development, flood mitigation and agriculture for Bihar.
The 79th Independence Day is being celebrated across Odisha with much enthusiasm. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi hoisted the National Flag at the Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar during the state-level celebrations this morning and took salute of the parade.
In his address, Mr Majhi highlighted achievements of his government and outlined the roadmap for the state development. He said the state government has been working to strengthen education, health care, and infrastructure, with special focus on welfare measures for senior citizens.
The Chief Minister said, industrialisation across all districts of Odisha remains a priority, with special emphasis on setting up pharmaceutical companies to make the state a pharma hub. Mr Majhi also said, plans are in place to empower youth through various schemes.
In Punjab, the 79th Independence Day is being celebrated with full gaiety and fervour. The state-level function was held at Faridkot, where Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann hoisted the National Flag.
The Cabinet ministers of the state hoisted the flag at various district headquarters. Punjab Governor and Administrator Union Territory Chandigarh Gulab Chand Kataria hoisted the tricolor in Chandigarh.
The Border Security Force, the first line of defence, celebrated the Independence Day at all its units in Punjab. Director General of the BSF, Daljeet Singh Chawdhary hoisted the National Flag at its base in Khasa, Amritsar.
Whereas, the flag hoisting ceremony was also held at Attari border where DIG of BSF, SS Chandel hoisted the tricolor.
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