‘Special, As Always’: PM Modi Shares Video Of Feeding Cows, Peacocks Before Red Fort Visit

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‘Special, As Always’: PM Modi Shares Video Of Feeding Cows, Peacocks Before Red Fort Visit

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Last Updated: August 16, 2026, 12:55 IST

The video shows PM Modi spending time with cows and peacocks at his residence. In the video, he can be seen interacting with and feeding them.

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PM Modi said feeding the animals every morning is part of his daily routine.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a glimpse of his morning routine with cows and peacocks, saying the animals came to meet him before he left for the Red Fort on Independence Day.

Sharing a video on Instagram, PM Modi said feeding the animals every morning is part of his daily routine.

“Feeding my friends every morning is a daily routine. Yesterday morning, they somehow realised I’m leaving early, so they came to meet me as I was leaving for the Red Fort. Special, as always! "

The video shows PM Modi spending time with cows and peacocks at his residence. In the video, he can be seen interacting with and feeding them.

PM Modi delivered his 13th consecutive address from the historic monument of Red Fort on Saturday. He greeted people on the occasion of Independence Day and said that, powered by 140 crore Indians, the country is scaling new heights of progress across different sectors.

PM Modi also paid tributes to the countless freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule.

PM Modi’s Digital Outreach

PM Modi’s latest Instagram post comes amid a broader shift in digital outreach, particularly towards Gen Z. PM Modi had turned to Instagram as part of an effort to engage young voters following Gen Z-led protests over education, jobs and other issues. His recent content included selfie-style videos, humour and pop-culture references, marking a more informal approach to communicating with younger audiences

The focus on Instagram has also been accompanied by efforts to encourage other members of the government to use the platform to connect with young audiences. PM Modi had asked his ministers to strengthen their presence on Instagram and showcase government initiatives there.

PM Modi’s speech designated Generation Z as the primary architects of a “Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) by 2047, praising their digital-first approach and contributions to the startup ecosystem and “Orange Economy".

Addressing the nation, he called for mentorship of the youth and highlighted government initiatives, including PM SHRI schools and Atal Tinkering Labs, to foster innovation and integrate them into governance. Detailed transcripts and official reports regarding the speech are available on the government’s official communication channels.

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First Published: August 16, 2026, 12:55 IST

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