New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- The central government on Wednesday announced "Naya Bharat" as the theme for the upcoming 79th Independence Day celebrations on August 15.

The theme reflects India's ambition to build a prosperous, secure, and self-reliant nation as it moves toward the government's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, an official statement said.

On August 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag at the historic Red Fort and address the nation.

This year, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is the coordinating service for the national event, which will feature a ceremonial Guard of Honour, a 21-gun salute, and a special flypast carrying the national flag and the Operation Sindoor flag.

Upon arrival at the Red Fort, PM Modi...