A new world order is taking shape in the post-Covid era that is being shaped by India, says PM Narendra Modi.
"We are seeing a new geo-political equation growing rapidly in the post Covid era. Indian exports are rapidly increasing today. Covid has taught us that we can't work for welfare of the world without having sympathy for human beings," he said.
The area in and around Red Fort will be under watch of more than 10,000 personnel deployed as Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation. Around 1,000 cameras with facial recognition and video analytic systems have been installed in and around the high-profile area and at other strategic locations to ensure security and monitor VVIP movements. Anti-drone technology is also being used for security.
Fifty school teachers who have displayed outstanding dedication and commitment in the field of education have been invited as 'special guests' to attend the 77th Independence Day ceremony at Red Fort.
The government announced service medals for 954 police personnel of various central and state forces, including 230 for gallantry, on the eve of Independence Day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver his tenth Independence Day address from the ramparts of Red Fort on Tuesday. This will be his last speech before the nation goes to Lok Sabha polls in 2024. Modi is known to present a summary of his government's performance as well as announce major schemes in his past Independence Day speeches, and is expected to continue this trend today.
President Droupadi Murmu urged Indians to move forward with the spirit of harmony and brotherhood in her pre-Independence Day speech. The President said that "there is one identity" that is above all as the "citizen of India".
