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"Heartfelt congratulations to all countrymen on Independence Day.

"I pay homage to the freedom fighters who sacrificed everything in the independence movement. I also salute the brave soldiers who work tirelessly for the unity, integrity, and pride of the nation," read Amit Shah's X post.

Adding further, Shah wrote, "Let us all come together to fulfil the dreams of the immortal martyrs of the freedom struggle and resolve to contribute our utmost to building a developed, self-reliant, and exemplary India in every field."

Meanwhile, security has been significantly heightened across the country ahead of Independence Day celebrations, with intensified patrolling, checkpoints for vehicles and individuals, and enhanced surveillance measures.

In Delhi, police carried out checks at border points and strategic locations.

The national capital's security has been fortified with a multi-layer plan involving Delhi Police, paramilitary forces, the National Security Guard (NSG), the Special Protection Group (SPG), Military Intelligence, and other agencies. Over 20,000 security personnel have been deployed.

"The Abandoned Object Detection system will trigger an instant alarm to the control room upon finding any unattended item in or around the Red Fort," said officials, adding that the Anti-Intrusion Cameras will cover every wall and railing of the fort and will alert authorities to any suspicious movement or breach attempt.

Joint Commissioner Madhur Verma said, "From a security point of view, Delhi Police have made all arrangements for the 15th August celebrations. Clubbing Delhi Police and other paramilitary services together, more than 20,000 personnel are deployed. CCTV cameras have been installed at the Red Fort and along all VVIP routes towards the venue."

Joint CP Verma said the Red Fort has been under access control for 20 days, with regular anti-sabotage checks. Parking facilities will have under-vehicle scanning systems.

"This time, we have used video analytics in CCTV cameras--a facial recognition system, abandoned object detection, person count and more. Even at the parking facility, under-vehicle scanning systems are being used. We have made multi-layered security arrangements at the Red Fort. We took access control of the Red Fort around 20 days ahead, and regular anti-sabotage checks and other measures are being undertaken," he said.

- ANI