79th Independence Day of India 2025

Current Context: India celebrated its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, marking 78 years of freedom.

• PM Narendra Modi delivered his 12th consecutive address from the Red Fort, setting a new record.
• The theme was "Naya Bharat", aligned with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision.
• A 21-Gun Salute using indigenous field guns and a Guard of Honour by 96 personnel highlighted the ceremony.
• For the first time, Agniveer Vayu musicians performed in the Air Force band.
• Globally, the Indian flag was hoisted atop Seattle’s Space Needle, and NZ PM joined diaspora festivities.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme of India’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in 2025?
a) Atmanirbhar Bharat
b) Digital India@2030
c) Naya Bharat
d) Viksit Bharat

Answer: c) The chosen theme was "Naya Bharat", aligned with the government’s long-term vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.