Former President Kovind extends Independence Day greetings, appeals to citizens to continue making India Viksit Bharat

New Delhi [India], August 15 : Former President Ram Nath Kovind extended his greetings to the nation on the 78th Independence Day and urged citizens to continue contributing towards making India a 'Viksit Bharat.'
Speaking to ANI on Thursday, former President Kovind said, "We are celebrating the 78th Independence Day. My Independence Day wishes to all Indians. I appeal to everyone to keep giving your participation to make this country 'Viksit Bharat."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi early on August 15 morning hoisted the tricolour and addressed the nation from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort in Delhi on the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day.
Taking to X this morning, the Prime Minister said, "Independence Day greetings to my fellow Indians. Jai Hind!"
Prime Minister Modi first went to Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and then reached the Red Fort where he inspected the Guard of Honour.
After hoisting the flag, PM Modi began his customary address to the nation from the ramparts of the iconic monument.
PM Modi led the nation in celebrating the 78th Independence Day from the iconic Red Fort in the national capital and said that women are leading the way in every sector, from the Air Force to beyond, showcasing unparalleled excellence.
The Prime Minister said that women are leading the way in every sector, from the Air Force to beyond, showcasing unparalleled excellence.
"Their achievements are a testament to the strength and spirit of Nari Shakti. As we move forward, let us continue to support and celebrate their remarkable contributions to our nation's progress," PM Modi said.
From early this morning the Delhi sky was overcast and witnessed a slight drizzle.
After hoisting the Tricolour the Prime Minister received a 'Rashtriya Salute'. The Punjab Regiment Military band, consisting of one JCO and 25 Other Ranks, played the National Anthem during the hositing, of the National Flag and presented the 'Rashtriya Salute'. The Band was conducted by Subedar Major Rajinder Singh.
The Indian Navy was the coordinating service this year. To increase Jan Bhagidari in this festival of national fervour, around 6,000 special guests were invited to witness the celebrations at Red Fort this year.
As soon as the National Flag was hoisted by the Prime Minister, flower petals were showered at the venue by two Advanced Light Helicopters Dhruv of the Indian Air Force in the Line Astern Formation.
The captains of the helicopters were Wing Commander Amber Agarwal and Wing Commander Rahul Nainwal.
The theme of this year's Independence Day is 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047'. The celebrations will serve as a platform to provide a renewed push to the government's efforts towards transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047.