Live: PM to lead 80th I-Day celebrations, Vande Mataram set for Red Fort debut

Download AppNewsIndiaLive: PM to lead 80th I-Day celebrations, Vande Mataram set for Red Fort debut80th I-Day celebrationsIndependence Day 2026 Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, 2026. This year’s ceremony will mark 150 years of the enduring legacy of the National Song Vande Mataram, while placing the spotlight on the energy and aspirations of India’s youth. The celebrations will also highlight the contribution of ‘Yuva Shakti’ to the country’s journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047. In a first at the Red Fort, Vande Mataram will be rendered as part of the official celebrations. The ceremony will feature the ceremonial flag hoisting, a 21-gun salute, a Guard of Honour and a national address by the Prime Minister....Read MoreDelhi police officials take part in the full dress rehearsal ahead of Independence Day celebrations, at Red Fort in New Delhi, Thursday (Photo- PTI)Aug 15, 2026 05:39 ISTIndependence Day 2026: PM Modi to lead Independence Day celebrationsPrime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day celebrations from the historic Red Fort in Delhi on August 15. The ceremony will bring together military personnel, police contingents, NCC cadets and My Bharat volunteers. Indian Navy officials take part in the full dress rehearsal ahead of Independence Day celebrations, at Red Fort in New Delhi, Thursday (Photo- PTI)