80th Independence Day — 2026 ⭐⭐⭐

80th Independence Day — 2026 ⭐⭐⭐

• Date: 15 August 2026
• Venue: Red Fort, New Delhi
• Chief figure: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
• Theme/focus: Yuva Shakti
• 2026 marks 150 years of Vande Mataram.
• PM hoisted the National Flag and addressed the nation.
• Ceremony included a 21-Gun Salute and Mi-17 helicopter aerial display.
• BSF Operation Alert: 10–17 August along the entire western border.
• 1,057 personnel received Gallantry and Service Medals.
• These included:
  • 92 President’s Medals for Distinguished Service
  • 664 Medals for Meritorious Service

Prelims Fact

15 August 2026 → 80th Independence Day + 150 years of Vande Mataram + Yuva Shakti