Independence Day 2025 LIVE Streaming Details, Time For Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Speech From Red Fort

India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day on Friday, 15 August 2025, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national ceremony from the historic Red Fort in New Delhi. Continuing a tradition he began in 2014, PM Modi will hoist the Tricolour and deliver his 12th consecutive Independence Day address - his first since securing a third term earlier this year.

The programme will begin at

06:50 hrs: The Guard of Honour forms up at the Red Fort.
07:18 hrs: The Prime Minister arrives at Lahore Gate, received by the RM, RRM, and Defence Secretary.
07:30 hrs: The PM unfurls the National Flag
07:33 hrs: The PM delivers the Address to the Nation

The Prime Minister's speech is expected to outline government priorities, review key achievements, and present his vision for India's future.

Where to Watch Live

Television: Doordarshan will provide full live coverage.

Online Streaming: Available on OneIndia/YouTube, Press Information Bureau's YouTube channel, @PIB_India on X, the Prime Minister's Office YouTube channel, and official portals including ddnews.gov.in, pmindia.gov.in, and independenceday.nic.in.

President's Eve Address

President Droupadi Murmu will deliver her annual Independence Day eve speech on Thursday, 14 August 2025, at 7:00 pm IST. The address - her fourth since assuming office - will air on Akashvani and Doordarshan, first in Hindi and then in English.

Independence Day remains a moment of pride and reflection, honouring the sacrifices that brought India freedom in 1947 while celebrating progress in areas such as economic growth, technology, social welfare, and cultural heritage.