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New Delhi - India celebrated her 62nd Independence Day on Friday, August 15, amid tight security, with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh promising to tackle inflation and terrorism and launch the nation's first lunar mission this year.
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Following recent bomb attacks in Bangalore and Ahmedabad and violent protests in northern Kashmir, thousands of security personnels surrounded the historic Red Fort where Singh unfurled the national flag to a 21-gun salute before addressing the nation.
Speaking on the occasion, Singh said the present government, when it came to power, had no promises to make but "promises to keep."
The prime minister said the government had taken initiatives for the growth of the agricultural sector and has been paying special attention to the development of education in the country.
"India will be transformed only when every Indian is literate, well fed, healthy and can secure gainful employment," Singh said.
Singh said in his speech that recommendation of Sixth Pay Commission is a step in making the government more efficient.
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