Independence Day 2022: PM Modi dons white turban with Tricolour stripes in tune with Har Ghar Tiranga | PICS
In line with the "Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav" celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose to wear a white safa with tricolour stripes and a long trail for his 76th Independence Day look.
The prime minister is known for his tradition of donning flamboyant and colourful turbans for his Independence Day and Republic Day looks since 2014.
Last year, he wore a saffron turban with red patterns and a long pink trail.
PM Modi I-Day Speech
Wearing the traditional kurta and churidar paired with a blue jacket and black shoes, Modi hoisted the national flag at the ramparts of the Red Fort and addressed the nation for the ninth consecutive time. Image - Twitter
PM Modi I-Day Speech
The August 15 ceremony is particularly significant this year as it marks the 75th anniversary of the country's independence, with the government launching a host of exercises to add to the verve around the celebrations. Inage - Twitter
PM Modi I-Day Speech
PM Modi paid his tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the 76th Independence Day Image - PIB
PM Modi I-Day Speech
The safa trail also had similar tricolour stripes as the headgear Modi wore on the occasion. Image - PIB Twitter Screengrab