Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday extended an invitation to Indian citizens to participate in shaping his upcoming Independence Day speech from the Red Fort on August 15. The annual tradition reinforces the idea of participatory democracy, allowing citizens to contribute to the content of the Prime Minister’s national addresses.
The citizens can share their ideas and messages by visiting the MyGov website to share their thoughts, he said.
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Taking to platform X, Modi urged citizens: “As we approach this year’s Independence Day, I look forward to hearing from my fellow Indians! What themes or ideas would you like to see reflected in this year’s Independence Day speech? Share your thoughts on the Open Forums on MyGov and the NaMo App…”
By inviting citizens to share their suggestions, PM Modi aims to make the speech a reflection of India’s diverse voices, unified by shared dreams and national pride. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote patriotic pride and national unity, particularly among the youth.
As India approaches its 79th year of independence, this year’s celebrations are expected to focus on themes such as promoting unity and integrity among citizens, highlighting India’s advancements in technology and innovation, and looking forward to India’s 80th year of freedom in 2026 and beyond.
The Prime Minister has encouraged participants to contribute ideas that would resonate across generations, underlining a desire for a speech that reflects contemporary aspirations. This year’s speech will mark Modi’s 12th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort, a rare achievement matched only by two previous Prime Ministers, Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.