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Independence Day 2022: PM Modi addresses the nation, says nation is beholden to freedom fighters

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the nation on the occasion of 75th Independence Day at the Red Fort in Delhi. 

Here are the highlights: 

1. PM Narendra Modi greets people on country's 76th Independence Day

2. PM pays tributes to freedom fighters like Tatya Tope, Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan who fought against British rule

3. Tricolour being hoisted with pride by Indians, those who love India in every corner of world

4. PM pays tributes to India's women fighters, including Rani Lakshmi Bai and Begum Hazrat Mahal, says nation is beholden to them

5. Nation remembering those who made sacrifices but were forgotten and not given their due

6. There were problems of food security, war, terrorism, natural calamities but India marched forward against all odds

7. India is mother of democracy, diversity is its strength

8. Despite challenges faced post independence, nothing could hamper zeal of Indian citizens

9. This soil has power; despite many challenges, India did not stop, did not bow down and kept moving forward

10. I have dedicated my entire tenure in the upliftment of oppressed sections of society across India

11. Nation's enthusiasm for 'Tiranga' seen in last three days could not have been imagined by many experts, symbolises nation's reawakening

12. 'Amrit Kaal' providing golden opportunity to fulfil dreams and goals of this aspirational society

13. 'Har Ghar Tiranga' an example of entire nation coming together to celebrate spirit of our glorious country

14. Citizens came together to fight COVID-19; from supporting doctors to taking vaccines to remotest parts, we stood together

15. When there is stability in governance, fast decision-making, spirit of 'Jan Bhagidari' prevails for nation's development

16. Five pledges for 2047 are --having developed India, removing any sign of servility, pride in heritage, unity & fulfilling our duties

17. When dreams are big, hard work is important; need to be inspired by pledge, determination of freedom fighters who dreamt of free India

18. I urge youth to dedicate next 25 years of their lives for nation's development; we will work towards development of entire humanity

19. Success of Digital India, startups has been driven by youth from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities

20. Equality cornerstone of India's progress; we need to make sure we are united through mantra of "India first"

21. Respect for Women is important pillar for India's growth, we need to support our 'Nari Shakti'

22. Through PLI schemes, we are becoming manufacturing powerhouse of world; people are coming to India to 'Make In India'

23. PM Modi gives a call for "Jai Anusandhan" to promote innovation in India during 'Azadi ka Amrit mahotsav'

24. Revolutionary changes coming in health sector through digital technology

25. Capabilities of small farmers, small industrialists & traders among others are guarantee to a capable India

26. India's industrial growth will come from grassroots; Our MSMEs, street vendors and those in organised sectors need to be strengthened

27. In India, where people are fighting poverty, we need to fight against corruption with all our might

28. We have many challenges, many restrictions, many issues but we have the ability to overcome them for New India

29. PM Modi raises concern over 'parivaarvaad' (nepotism), says there are some people concerned about protecting their ill-gotten wealth

30. If there are crores of problems, there are crores of solutions; When 130 crore people take one step ahead, nation moves 130 crore steps

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