Narendra Modi Delivers Record-Long Independence Day Speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech, lasting 98 minutes, from the Red Fort. Modi, known for his lengthy addresses, has given the longest I-Day speeches in Indian history. This year marks his 11th address as PM and his first in his third term.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his record-breaking 98-minute Independence Day speech from the historic Red Fort.

Among all Indian prime ministers, Modi is noted for making the longest I-Day speeches, with his 2016 address being 96 minutes long. His shortest was 56 minutes in 2017.

This marked Modi's 11th Independence Day address as prime minister and his first since beginning his third term in office. Notably, Modi has now hoisted the tricolour for the third highest number of times on Independence Day.