India, Aug. 15 -- As the Tricolour rises over the Red Fort and the capital wakes up to the sounds of the Independence Day ceremony, millions of Indians will follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address from their homes, phones and laptops on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The country will celebrate its 80th Independence Day, with the main ceremony taking place at the historic Red Fort in Delhi.

PM Modi will lead the national celebrations, unfurl the Tricolour from the Red Fort ramparts and address the nation. The main ceremony is expected to begin around 7:30 AM IST, while live television coverage will start earlier at around 6:30 AM, giving viewers a chance to follow the Prime Minister's arrival and the opening proceedings.

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