Proud citizens eagerly waiting for the unfolding of centuries-old military tradition #BeatingRetreat concluding the #RepublicDay 2022 celebrations.
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Hoisting of the Indian National Flag at Vijay Chowk officially commemorates the #BeatingRetreat ceremony.
Military melody playing 'Hey Kanchha' composed by LB Gurung magically transforming the mood & spreading the fragrance of brotherhood. #BeatingRetreat
A quick march with pipes & drum playing 'Jai Janam Bhumi' composed by Sub Major CS Bhandari #BeatingRetreat
From 'Hey Kanchha' to 'Nritya Sarita' , LB Gurung compositions being performed by the military at the #BeatingRetreat
The Central Armed Police Forces India playing 'Hathroi' composed by FH Reid. #BeatingRetreat
A glimpse of Air Force band playing to the tune of 'Ladaakoo-the fighter' composed by FLT LT LS Rupachandra. #BeatingRetreat
Indian Airforce gives a melodious performance of Golden Arrow composition by WO CK Partihar at the #BeatingRetreat
A melodious composition ‘Kerala’ by CHM N Madhavan Nair played by the Army Military band. #BeatingRetreat
Army military band performs the soothing composition Siki A Mole by LB Gurung, a true masterpiece at #BeatingRetreat
Massed Bands playing 'Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon' song commemorating Indian soldiers who died during the Sino-Indian War in 1962 arranged for Military band by MAJ SR Bhusal. #BeatingRetreat
1000 drones in the sky! taking our #republicday2022 celebrations to the next level. A truly one of a kind presentation at the #BeatingRetreat
India's biggest 'Drone Show' displaying 1,000 drones at the #BeatingRetreat ceremony executed by Indian startUp 'Botlab' under Union Ministry of Science and Technology and led by IIT Delhi alumni.
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This #IndependenceDay, we honour the sacrifices of those who gave us freedom by imagining their voices in the New India they dreamed of.
Under PM @narendramodi’s leadership, Bharat is realising that vision a nation that is strong, united, self-reliant, and respected worldwide. From Swachh Bharat to Digital India, from empowering Nari Shakti to reaching the Moon, we are building the India our heroes fought for.
Just go through this and see what they might tweet if they could witness India at 79 confident, Atmanirbhar, and leading the world.
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#IndependenceDay2025
Sanitation is more important than Independence.
- Mahatma Gandhi
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#NewIndia
#IndependenceDay2025
‘One Constitution, one nation, one flag’ the dream now complete.
2 days before the Tiranga takes centre stage, New India under PM @narendramodi’s leadership is writing history, turning records into reality and dreams into milestones.
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#NewIndia
#HarGharTiranga
Year after year, New India leads the growth charts and is now the world’s fastest growing large economy at 6.5%.
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#NewIndia
#HarGharTiranga
National highway length has grown by 60%, with the nation building roads faster than ever before.
In the last decade, bold ideas, breakthrough tech, and world-first solutions have helped India move from catching up to leading.
Here’s how India is shaping the future through innovation.
#NewIndia
#InnovateIndia
#GlobalInnovationHub
Funding the Future: ₹1 Lakh Crore for Real-World Innovation
The government has announced a ₹1 lakh crore fund to boost next-generation research and development. This initiative places the private sector at the heart of innovation and focuses on key areas like semiconductors, green energy, and advanced robotics.
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#InnovateIndia
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From Rank 76 to 39 in the Global Innovation Index
India has emerged as a leading innovation hub, building ideas that solve real problems, scale globally, and shape the future.
In 2015, PM @narendramodi launched Digital India to make technology accessible for all.
A decade later, India leads in real-time digital payments, has one of the fastest 5G rollouts, and is building future-ready tech like AI and semiconductors. Whether it’s a remote village or a rising startup, Digital India is unlocking opportunity everywhere.
The numbers don’t whisper. They roar.
#10YearsOfDigitalIndia
India’s 5G rollout now covers 95% of the population
Outpacing regions like Europe, Latin America, and Africa, this achievement reflects India’s commitment to rapid, inclusive digital growth.
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India offers the world’s most affordable internet—at below ₹10 per GB.
Affordable data has fueled digital inclusion, making internet access a daily reality for millions.
How Digital India Rebooted Governance for Every Citizen?
11 years ago, a silent digital revolution began—reshaping how India connects, governs, and grows.
Under PM @narendramodi’s visionary leadership, the Digital India initiative has turned technology into a tool for empowerment—bridging gaps, unlocking opportunities, and making governance more accessible and transparent for every citizen.
From internet access in remote villages to real-time digital payments leading the world, this transformation is not just about numbers—it's about people, progress, and possibility.
#11YearsOfDigitalIndia is a story of inclusive growth, innovation, and India's emergence as a digital powerhouse.
Let’s revisit the key milestones. 👇
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Direct Transfers, Direct Impact
Through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), India ensured transparency at scale.
✅ Over 322 schemes | 56 ministries
✅ More than ₹44 lakh crore transferred directly
✅ ₹3.48 lakh crore saved by cutting out leakages
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Ensuring Every Rupee Reaches the Right Hands.
90X+ rise in DBT transfers in just 10 years—transforming welfare delivery with speed and transparency.