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The Southern Naval Command held a grand parade in Kochi to celebrate India's 79th Independence Day, reviewed by Vice Admiral V. Srinivas. PM Modi, in his Red Fort speech, condemned the Indus Water Treaty as unfair to Indian farmers. He also praised Operation Sindoor as a strong response to the Pahalgam massacre. The event highlighted both military pride and national resolve.

Key Points: Southern Naval Command Celebrates 79th Independence Day in Grand Parade

  • Southern Naval Command showcases discipline in ceremonial parade
  • PM Modi vows to reclaim India's water rights
  • Indus Water Treaty criticized as unjust to farmers
  • Operation Sindoor hailed as retaliation for Pahalgam massacre
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Kerala: Southern Naval Command performes grand ceremonial parade marking the 79th Independence Day

Vice Admiral V. Srinivas reviews ceremonial parade as Kerala marks Independence Day with naval grandeur and national pride.

"Bharat has decided that blood and water will not flow together. – PM Narendra Modi"

Kochi, August 15

The Southern Naval Command marked the 79th Independence Day with a grand ceremonial parade, reviewed by Vice Admiral V. Srinivas, PVSM, AVSM, NM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command. The event showcased the Navy's discipline, dedication, and commitment to safeguarding the nation's maritime frontiers.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 12th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort on Friday, emphasizing India's unwavering commitment to national security and farmers' rights. In his speech, he declared that India will assert full control over its share of river waters, describing the Indus Water Treaty as "an injustice" that had deprived Indian farmers while benefiting the neighbouring country.

He stressed that compromises on farmers' and national interests "are not acceptable... not anymore.

In his speech PM Modi said, "Bharat has decided that blood and water will not flow together. The Indus Water Treaty was an injustice to the people of India. The rivers of India were irrigating the enemy country while our own farmers were deprived of water. Now, the right over India's share of water belongs only to India and its farmers."

"The people of our country have clearly understood how unjust and one-sided the Indus agreement is. The waters of rivers originating in India have been irrigating the fields of our enemies, while the farmers and the land of my own country remain thirsty without water. This was such an agreement that has caused unimaginable damage to the farmers of my country for the last seven decades. Now, the right over the water belongs only to the farmers of India," he added.

On national security, the Prime Minister warned against nuclear threats, reflecting on the April 22 Pahalgam massacre.PM Modi said, "Entire India was outraged, and the entire world was shocked by such a massacre (Pahalgam)...Operation Sindoor is the expression of that outrage.... Destruction in Pakistan is so massive that new revelations are being made every day and new information is coming out daily."

"I am very proud that from the ramparts of the Red Fort, I am getting the opportunity to salute the heroes of Operation Sindoor. Our brave jawans punished the enemy beyond its imagination. On 22nd April, terrorists from across the border came to Pahalgam and killed people after asking their religion. Entire India was outraged, and the entire world was shocked by such a massacre. Operation Sindoor is the expression of that outrage," he added.

- ANI

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Ananya R
While I appreciate the Navy's parade, I wish the PM's speech had focused more on development issues rather than just security and water disputes. We need balanced priorities.
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Vikram M
The Indus Water Treaty revision was long overdue! Our farmers have suffered for decades while our neighbors benefited. Strong leadership finally addressing this injustice 👏
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Shreya B
Kerala always celebrates Independence Day with such grandeur! The naval parade in Kochi was spectacular. Wish I could have seen it in person 😍
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Karthik V
Operation Sindoor showed the world India won't tolerate terrorism anymore. Our armed forces deserve all the respect for protecting us while we sleep peacefully at night.
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Priya S
The Navy parade was inspiring, but can we also talk about the fishermen issues along Kerala coast? Our security forces are great, but our fishermen need protection too.
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Nikhil C
PM Modi's speech was powerful, but I hope the water treaty renegotiation is done carefully. We don't want unnecessary tensions with neighbors while asserting our rights.

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