New Delhi,August 15(HS):

As dawn broke over New Delhi on August 15, 2025, the historic Red Fort transformed into a dazzling spectacle of tricolour and tradition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived to an electric reception, setting in motion the 79th Independence Day celebrations amid a palpable sense of national pride and anticipation.

With the nation glued to live broadcasts, Prime Minister Modi unfurled the national flag to a thunderous salute and the soaring notes of the anthem. The Red Fort, ornately adorned with motifs of Operation Sindoor and echoes of a resurgent India, buzzed with dignitaries, military bands, and schoolchildren as the world watched the start of a milestone address.

A Nation United Under the Tricolour

PM Modi’s speech began with heartfelt homage to freedom fighters and soldiers, saluting the “immortal martyrs whose sacrifices gave us the honour of a free India.” He called Independence Day “a festival of pride, of 140 crore promises,” hailing the collective achievements that bind the nation. The Prime Minister declared, “India is growing from strength to strength, all her children united in reverence for our motherland.”

Operation Sindoor and the Spirit of Self-Reliance

The emotional crescendo came as PM Modi invoked the memory of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 innocent lives. In a powerful tribute, he lauded the armed forces’ “unimaginable” response: “Operation Sindoor is an expression of India’s collective fury. Our soldiers, given full freedom, reduced terror hubs deep inside hostile territory to rubble. The days of terror emanating from our neighbourhood are finished—Pakistan’s terror headquarters now lie in ruins.”

He saluted the bravehearts of Operation Sindoor, announcing that seven top military officers will be awarded gallantry medals for their valour, with four IAF officers receiving the prestigious Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal—the nation's highest wartime distinction. The theme of self-reliance permeated his remarks: “Being self-reliant is true freedom. The success of Operation Sindoor shines as a beacon of ‘Made-in-India’ strength and innovation.”

Assertive India: Water Rights and National Security

Taking a strong stance on national interests, PM Modi rejected the “one-sided” Indus Water Treaty, vowing that Indian farmers will claim their rightful share of water: “Indus water will irrigate only Indian soil. Blood and water cannot flow together.” He issued a stern warning to adversaries: “India will not tolerate Pakistan’s nuclear blackmail.”

Gaganyaan and the Ascent of Space Tech

PM Modi celebrated India's rapidly growing space sector, revealing, “There are now over 300 space start-ups in India—our youth are powering our journey to the stars.” With pride, he praised Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, freshly returned from the International Space Station, symbolizing the nation’s scientific prowess. “We are preparing for Gaganyaan—India’s own human spaceflight mission—entirely indigenously,” he declared.

Technology, Clean Energy, and the Road Ahead

Spotlighting India’s technological progress, the Prime Minister promised the imminent global arrival of “Made-in-India” semiconductors—a dream decades in the making. “India’s chip industry is on a mission mode,” he assured.

With a visionary gaze to 2047, India’s centenary of independence, Modi revealed the nation has achieved its clean energy goals five years ahead of schedule, with solar energy usage surging 30%. He mapped out enormous advances in nuclear and renewable energy, promising a tenfold increase in nuclear capacity: “While we still import fuel, it is crucial to achieve energy self-reliance for true freedom.”

Homage & Resolve: The Soul of Naya Bharat

Amid this optimism, the PM didn’t shy away from challenges, addressing recent natural calamities and saluting disaster-hit communities. He concluded with a stirring invocation to the Constitution, calling it India's “guiding force,” and a pledge to build Viksit Bharat—a developed, secure, and bold new India.

Digital India: UPI and AI Usher in a New EraWith India surging ahead in digital transformation, the Prime Minister spotlighted the remarkable global success of the UPI platform: “Our UPI platform is ruling the world. India alone leads in digital transactions, with UPI accounting for 50% of these globally.” This, he declared, is evidence of the country’s immense potential and the burgeoning confidence in Indian technological prowess.

Emphasizing the dawn of a new technological era, PM Modi pledged to develop an indigenous AI ecosystem: “This is the era of information technology. We want to have our own AI ecosystem.” His vision projected India at the forefront of the global digital revolution, driven by homegrown innovation.

A Festival of Pride, Promise, and ProgressPM Modi’s address was a clarion call to unity and aspiration—saluting the freedom fighters of yesterday, empowering the change-makers of today, and challenging the dreamers of tomorrow. As the tricolour fluttered above the Red Fort, “Naya Bharat” stood unmistakably energized, ready for a future forged by unstoppable youth, empowered women, and pioneering technology.“We roar as one—strong, resilient, undivided in our purpose and pride,” PM Modi proclaimed, as the national anthem soared over the Red Fort.

In his stirring address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi placed the nation’s youth firmly at the center of his vision for a “Naya Bharat.” With unmistakable conviction, he reached out directly to India’s younger generation, imploring them to think boldly, act decisively, and embrace their roles as architects of the country’s destiny.

PM Modi’s words resonated with urgency and optimism:

“India is unstoppable. I don’t want to waste even a second. This is the time to dream. I am personally with the youth.”

He underscored that now is the era of innovation—where ideas have the potential not only to transform individual lives but to propel the entire nation forward. By declaring his personal support for young Indians, Modi sent a strong message: the power to create change, disrupt the old order, and usher in new solutions lies with the youth.

In closing, PM Modi’s rallying cry was clear:

“Never before has there been such a confluence of opportunity and ambition. Youth of India, the nation stands beside you—dream fearlessly, innovate without limits, and seize every moment.”

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar