Those who are fighting battle against Covid-19 are praiseworthy: PM
New Delhi, Aug 16: PM Narendra Modi in his address to the nation on the occasion of India’s 74th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday praised those who were working relentlessly to defeat the novel coronavirus.
He said India was going through a unique phase due to the pandemic, but would achieve victory thanks to the resolve of the people.
PM Modi highlighted the importance to make India self-reliant, saying it was not just a word but should be a “mantra” for the people.
The Independence Day ceremony at the Red Fort was attended by over 4,000 people, including diplomats, officials and media personnel. Safety protocols were in place for the event, including social distancing and wearing masks.
PM Modi’s seventh straight Independence Day address comes days after he performed the ‘bhoomi pujan’ of Ram temple in Ayodhya, and amid a standoff at the border with Chinese troops.
