New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation for the fourth time from the ramparts of the Red Fort as the country is marking its 70 years of Independence on Tuesday.
Here are the live updates-
#We will make nation which would fulfill the dream of Swaraj
# We will make nation which will be free from terrorism, casteism
# We need to deliver our work on time so we repeat it benefits
# We should move forward towards Digital currency as it will take place in future
# Rs 1.75 lakh crore under scrutiny post demonetisation
# Digital transition is inevitable as it is an area of digital
#Due to demonetisation, Bank has started receiving money
#Will not tolerate loot and battle against corruption and black money will continue
# We are fighting corruption - for the bright future of India and the well-being of our people
# We are devoting significant attention to eastern India- Bihar, Assam, West Bengal, Odisha, Northeast. These parts have to grow further
# If you have any information/photo that is missing and can be added to the portal, please share it through the feedback link on the site
# The portal https://gallantryawards.gov.in/ will preserve & tell the stories of our bravest men & women, civilians as well as armed forces personnel
# In remembrance of our heroes who have been awarded gallantry awards since Independence, launched the site https://gallantryawards.gov.in/
# We are taking the nation on a new track (of development) and are moving ahead with speed
# Violence in the name of 'Astha' is not something to be happy about, it will not be accepted in India
# India is about Shanti, Ekta and Sadbhavana. Casteism and communalism will not help us
# I want to mention those women who have to suffer due to 'Tripe Talaq'- I admire their courage. We are with them in their struggles
# We are nurturing our youngsters to be job creators and not job seekers
# The 'nature of job' is rapidly changing on the basis of technology and demand
# In 'New India' system will govern by people
# 'New India' is the strength of democracy as it is not limited to only votes
# We can reach Mangalyaan within 9 months, this is our capability, but one rail project was stuck for last 42 years
# Will continue our fight against black money and corruption
# Not with abuse and bullet, Kashmir issue will resolve by embracing each other
# There is no question of being soft on terrorism or terrorists
# We have to work for the progress of Jammu and Kashmir
# India's stature in the world is rising. The world is with us in fighting the menace of terror. I thank all nations helping us doing so
# Good governance is about speed and simplification of processes
# You will be happy to know that today we are not alone against our fight against terrorism, many countries supporting us actively
# GST has shown the spirit of cooperative federalism. The nation has come together to support GST & the role of technology has also helped
# Today the nation is celebrating honesty Day
# Those who have looted the nation and looted the poor are not able to sleep peacefully today: PM
# India's security is our priority
#We have to leave this 'Chalta Hai' attitude. We have to think of 'Badal Sakta Hai'- this attitude will help us as a nation
# 1st January 2018 will not be an ordinary day- those born in this century will start turning 18
# In our nation, there is no one big or small...everybody is equal. Together we can bring a positive change in the nation
# We have to take the country ahead with the determination of creating a 'New India'
# This is a special year- 75th anniversary of Quit India, 100th anniversary of Champaran Satyagraha, 125th anniversary of Ganesh Utsav
# People of India stand shoulder to shoulder with those affected due to natural disasters & the tragedy in Gorakhpur
# We remember the great women and men who worked hard for India's freedom
# Greetings to my fellow Indians on Independence Day
# PM Modi hoists tricolour at Red Fort on 71st Independence Day
# PM Modi reaches Red Fort to address the nation
# PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on 71st Independence Day
