(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation, calling it a grand festival of the steadfast resolve of 1.4 billion Indians and our collective achievements. He said it is a moment of pride and joy, with the spirit of unity energising the nation. From the deserts to the Himalayan peaks, from the seashores to bustling cities, every corner is draped in the glory of the tricolour, resonating with chants in praise of our beloved motherland.

79th Independence Day celebrations at the High Commission of India in the UK, London
79th Independence Day celebrations held at the High Commission of India in the UK, London India’s High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale and members of the Indian diaspora among the attendees.

Anurag Jain CS-MP
Happy Independence Day !
As a Nation, we have a Vision to be a Developed Country by 2047.Given the demographic dividend, talented youth, technology edge and unique capacity for frugal innovations, we are expected to remain fastest growing major economy for next 2-3 decades. However, global situation has presented tremendous challenges. Let us dedicate ourselves to contribute to realize the Vision- world leader in Technology, Innovation and knowledge, Atmanirbhar,
world class infrastructure and
an inclusive , equitable development where every person is capable and has freedom to make informed choices.
Jai Hind

Airport Authority of India
Chairman of the Airports Authority of India, Vipin Kumar says, “This day reminds us that we should follow the values of our freedom fighters to take the country on the path of development. AAI has to work in the direction of the PM vision for 2047.

JNPA
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, India’s Largest Container Port, celebrated India’s 79th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and pride. The event, held at the JNPA Administration building, was graced by Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairperson, JNPA and CMD, VPPL, as the chief guest. The event brought together Board Members, JNPA HoDs, officials, and employees to honour the nation’s freedom and rich heritage.

NBCC Limited
On 79th Independence Day, Secretary, HUA hoisted the Tricolour at WTC, New Delhi, in the presence of JS, MOHUA, CMD, NBCC, functional Directors and other officials.As a tribute to the spirit of Nation building, NBCC felicitated its workers-the backbone of our projects.

NSE Limited
Ashish Kumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, lauded the Prime Minister’s Independence Day address, highlighting its strong emphasis on economic stability and Atmanirbhar Bharat. He said the vision aligns with India’s growth aspirations, encouraging innovation, self-reliance, and global competitiveness, while fostering investor confidence and sustainable economic progress for a resilient and inclusive future.

Celebrating 79 Years of Freedom with Pride DFCCIL Corporate Office celebrated the 79th Independence Day 2025 with great patriotic fervour.The occasion was graced by Praveen Kumar, MD/DFCCIL, who proudly hoisted the National Flag at the Sports Ground, filling the atmosphere with a sense of pride and unity.

WAPCOS Limited
Celebrating the Spirit of Freedom:
On the 79th Independence Day of our great Nation, the Tricolour was proudly hoisted by R. K. Agrawal, CMD, WAPCOS at Corporate Office, Gurgaon, accompanied by patriotic songs from our team.

BSE limited
Continuing its proud tradition, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) celebrated Independence Day with the ceremonial hoisting of the national flag at its iconic premises. The event witnessed the presence of key officials, including Deepak Goel, CFO; Sunil Ramrakhiani, CBO; Subhash Kelkar, CTO; Ramesh Gurram, CISO; Sagar Nautiyal, CSO; and Sanjay Kamble, ACP (Retd), Security Advisor. Security personnel, police officers, fire staff, and the police wireless team also participated, adding to the spirit of unity and patriotism.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
At the 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dehradun, Chairman & CEO Arun Kumar Singh reaffirmed ONGC’s unwavering commitment to India’s growth and self-reliance:“Every drop of oil, every cubic metre of gas, every megawatt of renewable power is a building block of a strong and self-reliant India.”From revitalising Mumbai High to unlocking frontier basins, from pioneering green hydrogen to adding 2.5 GW of renewable capacity, ONGC continues to fuel the nation’s energy future.

REC Limited
The momentous occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day was celebrated with great fervour at REC today.Indian Army veteran Major General Subodh Kumar (Retd.), Army Air Defence, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Jitendra Srivastava, IAS, CMD, REC Ltd., along with Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Subodh Kumar, hoisted the Tricolour at the REC Corporate Office, Gurugram. In his stirring address, Srivastava expressed deep gratitude to our Army personnel for safeguarding the Nation and emphasised that dedicated efforts by individuals in their respective roles can collectively propel the country towards a brighter future.

CCL Marks Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour
On August 15, Central Coalfields Limited celebrated Independence Day with pride, honouring the glory of the Tricolour — a symbol of the nation’s dignity. Chairman-cum-Managing Director Nilendu Kumar Singh, along with Director (Finance) Pawan Kumar Mishra, Director (HR) Harsh Nath Mishra, Director (Technical/Operations) Chandra Shekhar Tiwari, Chief Vigilance Officer Pankaj Kumar, employees from various departments, and security personnel reaffirmed their commitment to national service and unity.

NHPC Celebrates 79th Independence Day with Patriotic Zeal
NHPC Limited celebrated India’s 79th Independence Day on 15 August 2025 at its Corporate Office, Faridabad, with great enthusiasm. The event began with flag hoisting and the National Anthem by Chairman & Managing Director and Director (Finance) R.P. Goyal. Present were Director (Personnel) Uttam Lal, Director (Projects) Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Technical) Suprakash Adhikari, CVO SSantosh Kumar, senior officials, employees, and their families. Goyal paid tribute to freedom fighters and highlighted NHPC’s achievements, including commissioning the 800 MW Parbati-II project, progress on Subansiri Lower and Pakal Dul projects, record power generation, and expansion in pumped storage, solar energy, and green hydrogen sectors.

MOIL
MOIL marked the 79th Independence Day of the nation with great enthusiasm and fervour.
The National Flag was hoisted by Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD, MOIL, at the Head Office. Winners of various competitions organised as part of the celebrations were felicitated and a plantation drive was undertaken at the premises. Saxena was joined by Rakesh Tumane, Director (Finance), Ms. Usha Singh, Director (HR), M. M. Abdulla, Director (Production & Planning), along with other officials.

Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited
Patriotism was in the air and the Tiranga in every heart as Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) celebrated the 79th Independence Day at its Head Office with great zeal and enthusiasm. The celebrations commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by Dr. S.P. Mohanty, Managing Director, HURL, in the presence of employees and their families. As the tricolour unfurled, the gathering joined in singing the National Anthem, filling the atmosphere with pride and unity.

SECL Celebrates 79th Independence Day with Enthusiasm
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) marked the 79th Independence Day with great zeal at Vasant Vihar Sports Ground, Bilaspur. CMD, Harish Dhuhan unfurled the National Flag and took the salute of the parade. He inspected the main parade led by Parade Commander V. Dakshinamoorthy and Senior Security Inspector D.P. Diwakar, accompanied by SECL’s Chief of Security Lt. Col. Ashok Kumar, making the occasion a proud tribute to the nation’s spirit.

Punjab & Sind Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Armed Forces
Ahead of India’s 79th Independence Day, Punjab & Sind Bank renewed its MoU with the Indian Army, reinforcing its respect and gratitude towards the armed forces. The enhanced *PSB Gaurav Bachat Defence Salary Package underscores the Bank’s dedication to serving those who serve the nation, true to its motto — “Service Before Self.”

Paradip Port Authority
The spirit of patriotism filled the air as Paradip Port celebrated Independence Day 2025 with great fervour and enthusiasm.P.L. Haranadh, Chairman, PPA, unfurled the National Flag and delivered words of pride and inspiration to the gathering.The CISF contingent and students from local schools presented a smart Guard of Honour, adding grandeur to the occasion.
Let’s continue moving forward united, towards a stronger and self-reliant India.

BPCL
Sanjay Khanna, Director (Refineries) with Addl charge of Chairman & Managing Director, led BPCL’s 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Corporate Office in Mumbai by hoisting the National Flag.

NCL Celebrates 79th Independence Day with Pride
On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) held its central celebration at the company headquarters on Friday. CMD Shri B. Sairam hoisted the National Flag and extended greetings to all NCL employees and stakeholders. He inspected the parade, reflecting the company’s spirit of unity, patriotism, and commitment to national progress.

NALCO
On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, a ceremonial flag hoisting was held at NALCO Headquarters, where Chairman-cum-Managing Director Brajendra Pratap Singh unfurled the National Flag. The event was attended by the Board of Directors, Chief Vigilance Officer, NALCO officials, employees, their family members, and invited guests. Similar flag hoisting ceremonies were also organised across all company units and regional offices, reflecting NALCO’s patriotic spirit and collective commitment to the nation’s progress.

OIL
Oil India Limited commemorated the 79th Independence Day with a spirited ceremony at its Corporate Office in Noida.The proceedings were led by Dr Ranjit Rath, CMD, OIL, who ceremoniously unfurled the Tiranga as the National Anthem resonated across the gathering, instilling a profound sense of national pride.

HCL
Sanjiv Kumar Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, HCL addressed the employees of HCL Corporate Office in presence of in the presence of Dr Sanjeev Kumar Sinha, Director (Operations), who also holds the additional charge of Director (Mining), Mr RVN Vishweshwar , Director Finance and Mr Harsimran Singh, Chief Vigilance Officer in observance of the 79th Independence Day on 15th August 2025.

MECON limited
celebrated 79th Independence Day with zeal and enthusiasm.S.K Verma,CMD MECON hoisted the National Flag at CSR Pavilion and Mukesh Kumar Director(F) hoisted Flag at MECON Head Office, followed by cultural program by Students of JVM School.

Indian Overseas Bank
IOB Celebrates 79th Independence Day
At our Central Office, MD & CEO Shri Ajay Kumar Srivastava hoisted the Tricolour, led the National Integration Pledge & honoured our Volleyball & Basketball teams for their stellar wins.