Modi asserted that these reforms are driven not by political motivations but by a commitment to national progress.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the ceremony, unfurling the national flag and addressing the nation from the Red Fort, embodying the theme ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047,’ which reflects the nation’s vision for its future development.

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The Red Fort built by Shah Jahan, which witnessed several attempts by Indians to free themselves of the British rule, has seen Prime Ministers delivers landmark speeches on Independence Day

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Two of them will receive the medal for distinguished service while 16 will get it for meritorious service

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Eight roads — Netaji Subhash Marg, Lothian Road, SP Mukherjee Marg, Chandni Chowk Road, Nishad Raj Marg, Esplanade Road and its Link Road, Ring Road from Rajghat to ISBT, and Outer Ring Road from ISBT to IP Flyover — will be closed from 4 am to 11 am on Tuesday.

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Old Delhi, Lal Kuan, and Sadar Bazaar are prime locations to find the best kites and Independence Day items.

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An official from the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) Delhi circle told Patriot that multiple renovation projects are underway at the monument.

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From increasing the number of ‘Jan Aushadhi Kendras’ to launching schemes for those who want to own a house in cities, PM Modi enlisted several programmes in his key speech, while also making a promise to “address the nation next year” from the Red Fort

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