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'The country is no longer going to run on small dreams', PM Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort complex
Samira Vishwas | August 15, 2026 2:24 PM CST

New Delhi: On the occasion of the country’s 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolor for the 13th consecutive time from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort and addressed the nation. In his speech, he expressed condolences to the people affected by the floods and talked about the direction of the country with the big goal of developed India. While wishing the countrymen on Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi said that today the entire country is full of enthusiasm and enthusiasm.

He said that ‘Vande Mataram’ is echoing in every heart and the tricolor is visible in every house of the country. From the Red Fort, PM Modi said that India is no longer a country limited to small dreams. Big goals give new direction to people’s thinking and advance the country’s potential. In this sequence, he reiterated his resolve to make India a developed nation by 2047.

Full ‘Vande Mataram’ echoed for the first time at Red Fort

In his address, the Prime Minister also mentioned the completion of 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’. He said that for the first time after independence, the echo of ‘Vande Mataram’ is being heard at the Red Fort on 15th August. He described it as a special and memorable occasion in this historic year. He said that today the country is remembering all those freedom fighters and revolutionaries who dedicated their lives for independence. The Prime Minister paid tribute to all those great people, including Mahatma Gandhi, whose sacrifice and sacrifice fulfilled the dream of independence.

The goal of developed India will be achieved with great determination

PM Modi said that any country moves forward only when it makes continuous efforts to fulfill its dreams and resolutions. Strong intentions give strength to find a way out even in difficult situations. Even in times of disaster or challenge, determination gives the country the ability to move forward.

He said that India has a big dream of becoming a developed nation by 2047. It has been resolved to achieve this goal with the efforts and hard work of the country’s 140 crore population. According to the Prime Minister, when the country with the world’s largest population sets such a big target of development, it sends the message of India’s capability and confidence to the entire world.


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