As India prepares to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu is set to address the nation today, August 14, 2025, at 7 PM. This will be her fourth address to the nation on the eve of Independence Day since assuming office in 2022.
Broadcast Details
The President's address will be broadcast in Hindi, followed by an English version on Doordarshan and Akashvani. For those preferring regional languages, the speech will be available on Doordarshan's regional channels and Akashvani's regional networks at 9:30 PM. The address will also be live-streamed on Doordarshan's YouTube channel and All India Radio (AIR).
Significance of the Address
The President's address is a symbolic prelude to the Independence Day celebrations. While largely ceremonial, it reflects on current national issues and recent developments. It is expected that the President’s address may also mention August 14 being observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day since 2021.
Independence Day Celebrations
The theme for this year's Independence Day is "Naya Bharat" (New India), emphasizing the nation's progress and aspirations. This theme aims to celebrate the emergence of a prosperous, secure, and confident New India, inspiring further progress on the path of national development. The celebrations will also highlight the success of Operation Sindoor.
On August 15th, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from the Red Fort in New Delhi. The event will commence at 7:30 AM with official greetings, the national anthem, and a 21-gun salute. The Prime Minister's address will outline the government's achievements, priorities, and vision for the future. This will be his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech. The Prime Minister typically speaks about India's achievements over the past year, the challenges ahead, and objectives for national development.
The Prime Minister's address will be broadcast live on Doordarshan and streamed on the Press Information Bureau's official YouTube channel, and on X (formerly Twitter) under the handle @PIB_India. It will also be available on the Prime Minister's Office YouTube page, ddnews.gov.in, pmindia.gov.in, and the National Informatics Centre's Independence Day portal at independenceday.nic.in.
Other Observances
Across India, Independence Day is celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies, the singing of the national anthem, and participation in drills and cultural programs. A parade of police and military personnel takes place after the Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort in Old Delhi. Some citizens also fly kites as a symbol of freedom.
