PM Modi's Independence Day speech: Key points

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation from the historic Red Fort as India celebrates its 76th Independence Day.
The Prime Minister paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat before addressing the nation at the Red Fort in Delhi on the occasion of Independence Day. He also unfurled the Indian national flag on this historic day.
PM Modi while addressing the nation congratulated all the Indians on this Independence Day and said it is a day to step towards a new direction with a new resolve.
Here are the key points from his address to the nation:
Tribute to freedom fighters
*There was not one year where our freedom fighters did not face brutality and cruelty during our freedom struggle. Today is the day when, as we pay them our respects, we need to remember their vision and dream for India.
*Our country is grateful to Gandhiji, Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Ramprasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Rani Laxmi Bai, Subash Chandra Bose, Tatya Tope and all other freedom fighters who shook the foundations of the British Empire.
*Adivasi freedom fighters such as Birsa Munda, Tirot Singh and Alluri Sitarama Raju played a pivotal role in keeping the freedom struggle alive in every corner of India.
*Nation is remembering those who made sacrifices but were forgotten and not given their due.
India birthplace of democracy
*As we celebrate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, we need to also salute our soldiers, police forces, and most importantly every citizen who combated many challenges and yet worked towards the vision of New India.
*India is the birthplace of democracy. Our nation has proved that we have the inherent strength coming from our diversity and the common thread of patriotism that makes India unshakeable.
*India is an aspirational society where changes are being powered by a collective spirit.
*This soil has power; despite many challenges, India did not stop, did not bow down and kept moving forward.
Har Ghar Tiranga
*Har Ghar Tiranga' is an example of an entire nation coming together to celebrate the spirit of our glorious country.
*Nation's enthusiasm for 'Tiranga' seen in last three days could not have been imagined by many experts, symbolises nation's reawakening.
World looks at India with pride
*The way the world is viewing India is changing. The world today looks at India with pride, hope and as a problem solver. The world looks at India as a destination where aspirations are met.
PM lists 5 pledges for developing India by 2047
*I urge youth to dedicate the next 25 years of their lives for the nation's development; we will work towards the development of the entire humanity.
*Five pledges for 2047 are --having developed India, removing any sign of servility, pride in heritage, unity and fulfilling our duties.
Aatmanirbhar Bharat
*For the first time in 75 years, made-in-India gun has been used for ceremonial gun salute from Red Fort.
*Through PLI schemes, we are becoming a manufacturing powerhouse of the world. People are coming to India to 'Make In India'.
*I salute children who are saying no to imported toys; when a 5-year-old says 'no videshi', 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' runs through his veins.
India's 'techade'
*India's 'techade' is here, with 5G, chip manufacturing, we are bringing revolution through Digital India to grassroots.
*Digital movement with production of semiconductors, 5G and optical fibre show strength in education, health, change in common man's lives.