By Neha Yadav
Published Aug 15, 2023

Hindustan Times
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Independence Day celebration at Red Fort: Photos

India celebrated its 77th Independence Day on August 15 at the Red Fort. Let's take a look

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The ramparts of Red Fort were decorated with national flags and flowers for the occasion of Independence Day

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The G20 logo made from flowers inspired by the vibrant colours of India's Tricolour was also displayed at the Red Fort

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After paying his tribute at the Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Red Fort

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Around 1800 special guests from various walks of life were invited to the event at the historic monument to witness the celebration

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Tri-services personnel marched past the Red Fort during the celebration

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PM Modi saluted and inspected the Guard of Honour commanded by Major Vikas Sangwan

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The Tricolour received Rashtriya Salute after being unfurled by PM Modi

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Indian Air Force helicopter showered flower petals after PM Modi unfurled the national flag

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PM Modi led the celebrations by delivering a 90-minute speech from the Red Fort

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PM Modi also met National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets at the event after his address to the nation

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