Prime Minister Narendra Modi, interacted with the special guests at the main celebratory event held at the Red Fort, after addressing the nation for the 10th time since assuming the country’s highest office, on the 77th Independence Day.
As the Prime Minister concluded his speech, tricolour balloons were released into the air even as the national flag flew proudly from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
During his interactions with the special guests, PM Modi shook hands with them and many were seen mobbing him for selfies.
A member of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) from Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, said PM Modi asked her where she came from. She said, “The PM asked me about my place of residence. He motivated and encouraged us. I could not say anything to him for want of time. But it was a memorable experience seeing him from up close and meeting him.”
Another special guest from the NCC, said, “He (PM) shook hands with everyone. He asked us about our battalion and enquired about us. It felt good meeting him in person. However, I couldn’t speak with him as there wasn’t enough time.”
The Prime Minister also talked with 50 Shram Yogis, the labourers who were associated with the Central Vista Project, which also included the construction of the new Parliament building.
While PM Modi made his way through the lawns of the Red Fort, the guests chanted ‘Vande Bharat’ and ‘Bharat Mati ki Jai Slogans’. Around 1,800 people from various lines of work, along with their spouses, were invited from across the country to take part in the Independence Day celebrations.
Earlier, on 15 August, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his official handle on ‘X’, formerly Twitter, to greet countrymen on Independence Day. “Best wishes on Independence Day. We pay homage to our great freedom fighters and reaffirm our commitment to fulfilling their vision. Jai Hind!,” Prime Minister Modi posted.