Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the iconic Red Fort on Thursday on the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day and paid tributes to the freedom fighters.
“Today is the day to pay tributes to the uncountable ‘Azaadi ke deewane’ who made sacrifices for the nation. This country is indebted to them,” said PM Modi.
Indian Air Force’s Advanced Light Helicopters showered flower petals, as PM Modi hoisted the Tiranga on the ramparts of Red Fort.