Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Independence Day celebrations were curtailed for the second consecutive year, with attendees wearing masks and maintaining social distance.
In a first, two Mi-17 1V Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters showered flower petals at the venue of main Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort here after Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag.
In a first, two Mi-17 1V Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopters showered flower petals at the venue of main Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort here after Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag. The petals were showered in the Amrut formation drawing loud applause and cheers from the audience. While the first chopper was controlled by Wing Commander
Olympians and corona warriors, who played a vital role in fighting the invisible enemy Covid 19, would be part of the 75th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in the national Capital on Sunday. For the first time ever, this year .