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Independence Day 2023 LIVE: Demography, Democracy, Diversity: PM Modi's 3D Mantra On I-Day

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading the Nation in celebrating the 77th Independence Day from the iconic Red Fort in Delhi on August 15.

He unfurled the National Flag before arriving at the Red Fort to deliver the customary address to the nation from the ramparts of the historic monument.

Independence Day 2023 LIVE: Demography, Democracy, Diversity: PM Modis 3D Mantra On I-Day

Here, we bring you live updates:

Aug 15, 2023, 3:30 PM IST

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Aug 15, 2023, 2:30 PM IST

Indian Tricolour was hoisted onboard the indigenously designed and built Guided Missile Destroyer INS Visakhapatnam & the Fleet Tanker INS Deepak at Manama, Bahrain to commemorate the 77th Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2023, 2:24 PM IST

#WATCH | BJP National President JP Nadda says, "Today we have demography, democracy & diversity & they have the capacity to fulfill the country's dreams...This country has the potential to give numerous opportunities to the people...This shows that the country can become 'Vishva Guru'..."
Aug 15, 2023, 2:20 PM IST

Soumya Kanti Ghosh, Group Chief Economic Advisor, SBI says, "The PM's speech today underlines the rapid structural transformation the Indian economy has undergone in the last decade. In 2014, India was the 10th largest economy. In 2022, India became the 5th largest economy overtaking the UK. Most likely, in the next couple of years, by 2027, India will become the 3rd largest economy - just after US and China..."
Aug 15, 2023, 2:07 PM IST

There is no such thing as soft or hard Hindutva. The author of the word 'Hindutva' is Savarkar and he himself has said that Hindutva has no connection with Hindu religion or Sanatan Dharma. Any person who is working under the oath of the Constitution talks about 'Hindu Rashtra', then they should first resign from their post and only then say anything: Congress leader Digvijaya Singh in Karnataka's Hubballi
Aug 15, 2023, 1:24 PM IST

Independence Day celebrations near Kaman Aman Setu at India-Pakistan border in Uri sector of Jammu & Kashmir
Aug 15, 2023, 1:10 PM IST

Jammu & Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha says, "On this auspicious occasion, I give my best wishes to our citizens. This pious day is about remembering, dedication and resolution for all the Indian citizens. I pay homage to freedom fighters, respected ancestors, and to those who gave their lives for freedom. Whenever the medal tally is published there's a long list of our brave Jammu & Kashmir police. Three years ago on the same day, I shared my dream of making a new Jammu&Kashmir in which there's modernity and spirituality. For me, the biggest religion is to see a smile on every person's face."
Aug 15, 2023, 1:02 PM IST

"We attach great importance to the relations of the special and privileged strategic partnership with New Delhi. I am confident that with joint efforts we will further enhance fruitful bilateral cooperation in all areas and constructive partnership in solving topical issues of regional and global agenda. This, undoubtedly, meets the core interests of our friendly nations and contributes to security and stability of the planet," Russian President Vladimir Putin sends a message to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Aug 15, 2023, 1:02 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin sends a congratulatory message to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, "Your country has achieved universally acknowledged success in economic, scientific and technical, social and other fields. India enjoys well-earned respect on the world arena and plays important constructive role in the international affairs": Govt of Russia.
Aug 15, 2023, 12:58 PM IST

The PM brought politics into his speech, it is not befitting to do so on this day. People had expected the PM to speak on employment opportunities, Startup India, Make in India, doubling farmers' income...We heard him talking about fighting corruption...People are that seeing that democracy and constitution are in danger and there is inflation & unemployment...:Bihar Deputy CM & RJD leader Tejaswi Yadav
Aug 15, 2023, 12:47 PM IST

Union Minister Anurag Thakur says, "Congress had the same before 2014 too but we came (to power) with absolute majority. They said the same before 2019, but PM Modi came back with a full majority again...Those who are called 'raakshas' by Congress, the public of this democracy who we consider like God blessed and brought the son of a poor family to the Prime Minister's post...Public will break the arrogance of 'Ghamandia' alliance once again..."
Aug 15, 2023, 12:37 PM IST

Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani. Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind!: Akshay Kumar
Aug 15, 2023, 12:01 PM IST

#WATCH | Union Minister Nitin Gadkari says, "...PM has called for us to take India to the top globally, in terms of development. We are the fastest-growing economy. Right now, we are at fifth position and we have to move to the third position. That is why, we will go ahead by working hard and through the welfare of villages, poor, labourers and farmers. We will make all efforts to make the country a global superpower. This is the pledge we all should take today. This will be the most appropriate in its true sense."
Aug 15, 2023, 12:01 PM IST

Union Minister Anurag Thakur hoists the Tiranga at his residence in Delhi.
Aug 15, 2023, 11:46 AM IST

NCP leader Supriya Sule on PM Modi's Independence Day speech says, "He (PM Modi) spoke about corruption, dynasty but dynasty is part of every party. I remember Union Home Minister Amit Shah's statement in the Parliament where he said that if you point one figure at someone the three other three fingers are pointing towards yourself...Manipur needs love, care, compassion & empathy..."
Aug 15, 2023, 11:36 AM IST

Prime Minister of Nepal, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' extends best wishes and greetings to PM Narendra Modi and citizens of India, on Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2023, 11:27 AM IST

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel hoists the Tricolour in Valsad on 77th Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2023, 11:16 AM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron tweets, "Congratulations to the Indian people on your #IndependenceDay! A month ago in Paris, my friend Narendra Modi and I set new Indo-French ambitions all the way to 2047, the centenary year of India’s Independence. India can count on France as a trusted friend and partner, always."
Aug 15, 2023, 10:55 AM IST

Underwater hoisting of national flag by Indian Coast Guard personnel near Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu on Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2023, 10:55 AM IST

The Indian Tricolour was hoisted onboard the Indian Naval Warships, INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata at Sydney, Australia to commemorate the 77th Independence Day. The ships are in Australia to participate in Exercise-Malabar 2023
Aug 15, 2023, 10:54 AM IST

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hoisted the Tiranga and participated in Independence Day celebrations in Guwahati.
Aug 15, 2023, 10:41 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge says government trying to muzzle the voice of the opposition "Opposition MPs in Parliament being suspended...Sansad mein jab mein khud hi baat karne ke liye uthta hun toh mera mike bandh ho jata hai..."
Aug 15, 2023, 10:40 AM IST

When asked about Congress chief and Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge missing from Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, Congress leader Meira Kumar says, "Kharge Sahab came here (AICC HQ) and addressed us. He encouraged us and the people of the country. He spoke about how did Congress and big leaders attain freedom for the country and build the country." On PM's attack on dynasty politics, she says, "Elections are held here, those who win stay in politics. What is Dynasty here?..."
Aug 15, 2023, 10:39 AM IST

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says, "PM Modi has created a roadmap for developed India till 2040. He connected with the people when he addressed them as 'Mere Priya Parivaar Jan'...Today, the country is progressing under the leadership of PM Modi..."
Aug 15, 2023, 9:50 AM IST

Happy Independence Day to all of you and congratulations. Democracy and Constitution are the soul of our country. We take this oath that we will uphold the freedom of democracy and constitution for the unity and integrity of the country, for love and brotherhood, for harmony and harmony: Kharge
Aug 15, 2023, 9:46 AM IST

105 mm Light Field Guns firing as part of the ceremonial salute today. This is the first time that these indigenous guns have been used for ceremonial firing at the Independence Day celebrations.
Aug 15, 2023, 9:45 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says, "Greetings. Let us contribute towards building a strong and prosperous India under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi..."
Aug 15, 2023, 9:38 AM IST

Bhakta Charan Das, Congress incharge Manipur on PM Modi appealing for peace in Manipur in his I-Day speech "If peace has returned to Manipur, then instead of addressing from Red Fort, the PM should go to Manipur and speak from there..."
Aug 15, 2023, 9:13 AM IST

Balloons in the colours of the Tiranga released, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.
Aug 15, 2023, 9:05 AM IST

Prime Minister's speech ends.
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