PM Modi addressing nation on 80th Independence DayNEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the nation from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort in Delhi as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day. Click here for live updatesIn a special first, National Song " Vande Mataram" was played for the first time at the ceremony.

Greeting citizens on the 79th anniversary of Independence, the prime minister posted on X: " We remember with gratitude the countless freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule. "" Powered by 140 crore Indians, our nation is scaling new heights of progress across different sectors.

May this journey keep progressing at an even greater pace in the times to come," he added. Here are the key highlights:80th Independence Day: PM Modi concludes address as Vande Mataram played againPrime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation on 80th Independence Day.

80th Independence Day: PM Modi announces " Saptdhara" reforms for Viksit BharatAddressing the nation from the Red Fort, PM Modi outlined his ‘Sapt Dhara’ (seven streams of strength) vision, calling for India to harness its potential in agriculture and food processing, technology and innovation, Gati Shakti, defence, the green and blue economy, and soft power. 80th Independence Day: More semiconductor plants likely to become operational in next seven-eight yearsPM Modi said India has made significant progress towards self-reliance in the semiconductor sector, with three major plants already operational and their output being exported.

80th Independence Day: India to get five nuclear reactors in this decade, says PM ModiEnergy security is the demand of the time. We are moving forward with the aim of 100 gigawatts of nuclear power by 2047.

80th Independence Day: PM Modi assures flood-hit families of nation's support“Recently, parts of the country have been hit by floods and landslides. Many families have been affected, and we deeply empathise with their suffering.

80th Independence Day: 5,000 guests from diverse backgrounds attend Independence Day celebrationsThe special invitees included beneficiaries of various government schemes, women entrepreneurs, volunteers, farmers, artisans, sanitation workers, students, innovators, scientists, start-up founders, interns and other top-performing citizens. 80th Independence Day: PM Modi's signature turbanPM Modi Modi arrived at the Red Fort on Saturday wearing a striking red tie-and-dye turban with a long trailing end.