India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day on Friday, 15 August 2025, with the historic Red Fort in New Delhi once again taking centre stage. As per tradition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the National Flag before delivering his address to the nation. This will be his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech since assuming office in 2014 and second after securing a third term last year. The iconic Red Fort, a proud emblem of India’s heritage and freedom struggle, will serve as the backdrop for this momentous occasion.
