India, Aug. 14 -- India is set to celebrate it's 80th Independence Day on August 15th, 2026, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi carrying out the annual tradition of flag hoisting and addressing the nation at Red Fort in Delhi.

Approximately 27,000 people will attend the ceremony, including 5,000 special guests from diverse fields, the general public and youth of the nation.

Want to witness the ceremony but can't make it to the Red Fort on August 15? Here's where you can catch it live on TV and online for free:

Independence day celebrations will be broadcasted across the Doordarshan network on 15th August. Live coverage will start at 6:30am, according to an official announcement by Doordarshan.

Viewers can watch the ceremony live on DD ...