India's 79th Independence Day 2025 Live Updates: August 15, 1947, is etched in history as the day India gained freedom from British colonial rule after a long struggle. On Independence Day, the nation remembers and honours the freedom fighters and their sacrifices. The day is marked by the Prime Minister leading the celebrations from the ramparts of the Red Fort and hoisting the tricolour, followed by a rousing rendition of the national anthem and an address to the nation. This year, India is celebrating its 79th Independence Day with the theme of 'Naya Bharat'.
Here are Live Updates on Independence Day 2025 Celebrations:
Independence Day LIVE: PM Modi Salutes Op Sindoor Bravehearts
In his Independence Day speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, that killed 26 civilians, and gave a salute to the soldiers who "punished enemies beyond their imagination."
Independence Day LIVE: "Nature Is Testing Us," Says PM Modi
In his address to the nation on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about natural calamities including recent cloudbursts in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi and Jammu and Kashmir's Chashoti leading to flash floods.
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Saluting the founders of the constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Constitution is our guiding force."
"The constituent assembly played a very important role, by drafting a document that served as guiding light for the country" : Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses Nation from Red Fort on India’s 79th Independence Day#IndependenceDay2025
— NDTV (@ndtv) August 15, 2025
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Addressing the nation on the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it is a festival of pride and a celebration of our collective achievements.
PM Modi said India is growing from strength to strength and is united in hailing the motherland.
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"This is a festival of pride, of 140 crore promises": Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from Red Fort on India’s 79th Independence Day
79th India Independence Day LIVE: Chenab Bridge Shines In The Light Of Tricolor
तिरंगे की रोशनी में चमकता #ChenabBridge, आज़ाद भारत की ऊँचाईयों का प्रतीक 🇮🇳#IndependenceDay2025 pic.twitter.com/GGQgDi7HzE
— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) August 14, 2025
PM Modi Addresses Nation On 79th Independence Day
PM Narendra Modi addresses nation on the 79th Independence Day.
79th India Independence Day LIVE: PM Modi Unfurls National Flag At Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurls national flag at Red Fort, leads Independence Day celebrations.
In Pics: India Gears Up To Celebrate 79th Independence Day
📍Delhi | #InPics: India gears up to celebrate 79th Independence Day
— NDTV (@ndtv) August 15, 2025
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79th India Independence Day LIVE: Google Celebrates India's Traditional Tiles With A Special Doodle
On India's 79th Independence Day, Google Doodle features tile artwork showcasing national achievements. The Doodle artwork, illustrated by artists Makarand Narkar and Sonal Vasave of Boomranng Studio, features artistic expression of India — traditional tile.
The tiles are a diverse array of styles and textures from different regions in India, ranging from Jaipur blue pottery (Rajasthan) to terracotta relief (West Bengal).
Each tile showcases a different style and a different national achievement, from space missions and world chess titles, to cricketing glory and international film recognitions.
Independence Day LIVE: Watch Live NDTV’s Special Coverage As India Celebrates 79th Independence Day
🔴Watch #LIVE | Follow NDTV’s special coverage as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day@ShivAroor @Vasudha156#IndependenceDay2025 https://t.co/6invXfnHpo
— NDTV (@ndtv) August 15, 2025
Independence Day LIVE: PM Modi Arrives At Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Red Fort for Independence Day celebrations.
2025 Independence Day LIVE: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Greets Nation On Independence Day, Calls To Build 'Viksit Bharat'
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took to social media to greet the fellow Indians on Independence Day.
"This day is not just a celebration of our freedom but a sacred remembrance of the courage, sacrifice and supreme selflessness of countless heroes who gave us the honour of a free India," Mr Singh wrote.
Mr Singh called to work together to build a secure, strong and prosperous ‘Viksit Bharat’.
Greetings to all fellow Indians on our Independence Day. This day is not just a celebration of our freedom but a sacred remembrance of the courage, sacrifice and supreme selflessness of countless heroes who gave us the honour of a free India. Let us take inspiration from their…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 15, 2025
2025 Independence Day LIVE: Red Fort All Decked Up For The 79th Independence Day Celebrations
The Red Fort is all decked up for the 79th Independence Day celebrations, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
Delhi: The Red Fort is all decked up for the 79th #IndependenceDay2025 celebrations, where PM Narendra Modi will address the nation from from the ramparts of the Red Fort pic.twitter.com/kK3te9knGr
— IANS (@ians_india) August 15, 2025
Independence Day LIVE: Red Fort Adorned With 'Operation Sindoor' Theme
📍Delhi | #Watch: The Red Fort, adorned with the ‘Operation Sindoor’ theme, is part of the 79th #IndependenceDay2025 celebrations pic.twitter.com/ID9oUSi95L
— NDTV (@ndtv) August 15, 2025
Independence Day 2025: Varanasi Cantt Railway Station Lights Up In Tricolour
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi Cantt railway station illuminated in colours of the Tricolour on #IndependenceDay2025. pic.twitter.com/bleNKkvX74
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2025
79th Independence Day Live: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Hoists National Flag At His Residence In Delhi
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hoisted the national flag at his residence on the occasion of Independence Day 2025. Wishing the nation on the 79th Independence Day, he said, "We bow before all those whose sacrifice attained Independence for the country. We bow before everyone who is still at the borders of the country and safeguarding us."
"For independence, self-reliance is essential. For self-reliance, 'swadeshi' is essential. We should all take a pledge today that when our economy is the fourth-largest in the world, we will strive to reach the number one position. To strengthen our economy, especially craftsmen, SHGs, local artists, MSME, and make them economically strong, we should use everything 'swadeshi' in our daily life," he added.
#WATCH | Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says, "Greetings to everyone on #IndependenceDay. We bow before all those whose sacrifice attained Independence for the country. We bow before everyone who is still at the borders of the country and safeguarding us...I have a request… pic.twitter.com/r41m4E9W2z
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2025
79th Independence Day Live: Amit Shah Remembers Freedom Fighters Who 'Sacrified Everything In Independence Movement'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah wished the nation on 79th Independence Day and paid homage to the freedom fighters "who sacrificed everything in the independence movement".
"I also salute the brave soldiers who work tirelessly for the unity, integrity, and pride of the nation. Let us all come together to fulfill the dreams of the immortal martyrs of the freedom struggle and resolve to contribute our utmost to building a developed, self-reliant, and exemplary India in every field," he wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
समस्त देशवासियों को स्वतंत्रता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 15, 2025
आजादी के आंदोलन में अपना सर्वस्व अर्पित करने वाले स्वाधीनता सेनानियों को नमन करता हूँ। साथ ही, देश की एकता, अखंडता और स्वाभिमान के लिए दिन-रात एक करने वाले वीर जवानों का भी वंदन करता हूँ।
आइए, हम सब मिलकर स्वतंत्रता… pic.twitter.com/bcPDYHvPpv
Independence Day 2025: PM Modi Wishes For 'Viksit Bharat'
Ahead of leading 79th Independence Day celebrations from the ramparts of Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) and wished the nation. In his wish, PM Modi talked about building a Viksit Bharat (developed nation).
Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day inspire us to keep working even harder to realise the dreams of our freedom fighters and build a Viksit Bharat. Jai Hind!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2025
Independence Day 2025: Red Fort Decked Up For 79th Independence Day Celebrations
India Celebrates 79th Independence Day; PM Narendra Modi To Lead Celebrations From Red Fort#IndependenceDay2025 pic.twitter.com/URw0ViSRzm
— NDTV (@ndtv) August 15, 2025
Independence Day 2025 Celebrations: Military Band Performances
To promote patriotic fervor among citizens and to celebrate victory of Operation Sindoor, a number of band performances will be conducted pan-India for the first time in the evening of Independence Day celebrations. The performances will be conducted by the bands of Army, Navy, Air Force, Indian Coast Guard, NCC, CRPF, ITBP, CISF, SSB, BSF, IDS, RPF and Assam Rifles at over 140 prominent locations throughout the country.
7 Top Military Officers To Be Awarded For Op Sindoor On August 15: Sources To NDTV
Seven top military officers will be honoured with gallantry medals for their valour during Operation Sindoor on Independence Day, sources on Thursday said, adding that four Indian Air Force (IAF) officers will be awarded the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal - the country's highest wartime distinguished service decoration.
Independence Day 2025: Operation Sindoor To Be Celebrated
The success of Operation Sindoor will be celebrated during the Independence Day celebrations this year. View cutter at Gyanpath will have the Operation Sindoor logo. Floral decoration will also be based on the operation. Invitation cards are also carrying the Operation Sindoor logo, along with the water mark of Chenab bridge, depicting the rise of ‘Naya Bharat’.
Independence Day 2025: Theme
The theme of 79th Independence Day is Naya Bharat. The celebrations will serve as a platform to commemorate the continuing rise of a prosperous, secure and bold Naya Bharat and provide renewed power to surge further ahead on the path to progress.
79th Independence Day Celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the celebrations from the iconic Red Fort in Delhi.
Upon his arrival at the Red Fort, the Prime Minister will be received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
The Defence Secretary will introduce the General Officer Commanding (GoC), Delhi Area Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar to the Prime Minister. The GoC, Delhi Area will then conduct Narendra Modi to the Saluting Base where a combined Inter-Services and Delhi Police Guard will present general salute to the Prime Minister. Thereafter, the Prime Minister will inspect the Guard of Honour.
