New Delhi, Aug 15: India celebrated its 79th Independence Day on Friday with a rich tribute to the Armed Forces and a renewed national commitment to building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, delivering his 12th consecutive address from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort, hailed the success of Operation Sindoor, India’s decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.In a speech marked by patriotic fervour and strategic resolve, PM Modi said the mission had struck “deep into Pakistani territory” and sent a strong message to India’s adversaries.“Our Armed Forces have once again demonstrated their unmatched courage and precision. Operation Sindoor is a testament to India’s unwavering resolve to protect its sovereignty,” he declared.
