Independence Day 2017: India's dream of Swaraj will be fulfilled, says PM Modi

As India celebrates its 71st Independence Day on August 15, 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the entire nation for the fourth time from the Red Fort in a short while from now.

PM Modi a Red Fort: Screengrab

New Delhi: As India celebrates its 71st Independence Day on August 15, 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun his fourth address to the nation from the Red Fort. Security has been beefed up in the entire national capital with Delhi Metro deciding to shut down parking lots at all stations. More than 10,000 security personnel have been deployed in and around the Red Fort. Five Kirti Chakras among 112 gallantry awards will be conferred on heroes of armed forces by President Ram Nath Kovind during the Independence Day 2017 celebrations.

Below, we bring to you the latest updates from PM Modi’s 2017 Independence Day speech at the Red Fort.

15 August 2017

08:38 IST

PM Modi hangs out with kids dressed as little Krishnas, meets dignitaries near the Red Fort, before stepping into his car and heading out. 

08:32 IST

PM Modi address to the nation comes to an end.