PM Modi's last Independence Day address before 2024 polls: timing, guests, and what to expect
Narendra Modi will deliver his 10th consecutive Independence Day address from the ramparts of Red Fort on Tuesday. It will be his last before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The prime minister had earlier used this annual showpiece event to present his government's report card, unveil flagship schemes, and lay down his vision for the country.Full schedule of events
PM Modi will be greeted by defence minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries at Red Fort. The Prime Minister will inspect the Guard of Honour. PM Modi will then proceed to the ramparts of the Red Fort to unfurl the National Flag. After being unfurled, the Tricolour will receive a ‘Rashtriya Salute’. It is expected that flower petals will be showered at the venue by two Advanced Light Helicopters Mark-III Dhruv of the Indian Air Force. After the showering of flower petals, the Prime Minister will address the Nation around 7.30am.Special Guests This time, 1800 special guests from various walks of life, ranging from Sarpanches of Vibrant Villages, teachers, farmers, and fishermen, have been invited to participate in the Independence Day celebrations at the iconic monument on August 15, 2023. The initiative to invite people from all walks of life, across India, and be a part of the celebrations has been taken by the Government in line with its vision of ‘Jan Bhagidari’. Among the invitees are 50 nurses and their family members from across the country who have been invited as special guests to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Tuesday.What will PM Modi say?There is a view that the prime minister may choose to chart the country's journey on his watch in various sectors since 2014 and outline his
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