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Prime Minister Narendra Modi address the nation on 79th Independence Day. (PTI Photo)
As India marks the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this Independence Day is festival of hope and aspirations.
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Modi unfurled the country’s national flag at the Red Fort and paid tributes to the freedom fighters “who contributed towards the independence of country”. He also hailed the success of Operation Sindoor, saying “The Indian Army did what it has never done before. Pakistan has lost its sleep after Operation Sindoor.”
His top quotes:
“Self-reliance is not limited to trade. It is about our own capability. If we weren’t self-reliant, would Operation Sindoor have been such a success?”
“India has decided, we will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail,” said Prime Minister Modi in his address to the nation. “Water and blood cannot flow together,” he added.
“Nature is putting us all to the test… In recent days, we have witnessed a series of devastating events, landslides, cloudbursts and numerous other calamities. Our heartfelt condolences and solidarity are with those who have been affected.”
“A big part of the Budget is spent on importing oil, petrol, and diesel. If we weren’t dependent, that money could have been used for my country, for farmers, and for the poor. But we are working on becoming self-reliant in this aspect.”
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