On August 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation for the eleventh consecutive time on Independence Day. This achievement positions him as the first Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to mark such a milestone. Modi’s consistent presence at the Red Fort for the past decade underscores a unique historical continuity in Indian politics.
Prime Minister Modi’s consecutive Independence Day addresses will place him alongside two of India’s most significant Prime Ministers: Jawaharlal Nehru and his daughter, Indira Gandhi. Nehru, who was the first Prime Minister of independent India, delivered 17 consecutive Independence Day speeches, while Indira Gandhi spoke from the Red Fort 16 times, including 11 consecutive years during her tenure.
Modi’s first speech from the Red Fort was in 2014, marking the beginning of his tenure and his ongoing tradition of addressing the nation on Independence Day. His upcoming address will cement his place in this historical continuum, highlighting his longstanding role in commemorating India’s independence.
In conjunction with the Independence Day celebrations, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. This initiative encourages citizens across India to display the national flag prominently on their homes, shops, and offices. The campaign aims to instil a sense of patriotism and increase awareness about the Indian National Flag.
As part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, which is a component of the broader Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the central government has also organized a cleanliness drive. This drive is designed to foster a sense of community pride and civic responsibility alongside the patriotic fervor of the flag-hoisting campaign.
Prime Minister Modi’s appeal for citizens to participate in the campaign reflects his administration’s commitment to national unity and pride. The ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ initiative, first introduced in 2021, seeks to mark the 75th year of India’s independence by encouraging a widespread display of the Tiranga, thereby reinforcing national identity and pride.
As India prepares for its 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s eleventh consecutive address from the Red Fort represents a significant moment in the country’s political and historical landscape. His continued presence and the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign underscore ongoing efforts to foster national pride and unity.