Updated On: 15 August, 2025 09:52 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with 'My Bharat' volunteers, were seated on Gyanpath opposite the Rampart, forming the 'Naya Bharat' logo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands for the national anthem after hoisting the national flag during the 79th Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajghat in New Delhi on Friday to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi as India celebrated its 79th Independence Day, reported ANI.
This year, the Independence Day theme is 'Naya Bharat,' reflecting the government’s vision of realizing a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.
From Rajghat, PM Modi will proceed to the Red Fort, hoist the national flag, and deliver his 12th consecutive Independence Day address to the nation, reported ANI.