New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- As part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) band performed at New Delhi railway station.

Yashwant Singh, Inspector RPF and in charge of New Delhi Railway Station, told ANI that the performance was aimed at awakening a sense of patriotism among citizens.

"Under the instructions of the Railway Ministry and RPF Headquarters, this RPF Band is being displayed on the occasion of Independence Day to awaken the feeling of patriotism among the common citizens. This is happening at the Nizamuddin Railway Station and New Delhi Railway Station..." Singh told ANI.

Earlier in the day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended her greetings to the people on the occasion.

"I extend my be...