PM Modi’s Independence Day turbans: A look at his colourful Red Fort looks from 2014 to 2026
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PM Modi’s I-Day turbans: A colourful journey from 2014 to 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day turbans have become a signature part of his Red Fort appearances. From vibrant Bandhej and Leheriya patterns to saffron and tricolour-inspired safas, each year’s headgear reflects India’s diverse textile traditions and cultural heritage.
Here’s a year-by-year look at his distinctive Independence Day turbans from 2014 to 2026.
Here’s a year-by-year look at his distinctive Independence Day turbans from 2014 to 2026.
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2014
For his first Independence Day address as Prime Minister, Modi wore a bright red Jodhpuri Bandhej turban featuring contrasting green accents, setting the tone for his colourful Independence Day tradition.
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2015
Modi opted for a sunny yellow turban decorated with a striking multicoloured criss-cross pattern in red and deep green.
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2016
The Prime Minister embraced the traditional tie-and-dye technique with a vibrant Bandhej turban in pink and yellow, complete with a long, flowing trailing end.
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2017
A bright combination of red and yellow took centre stage, with the turban featuring an intricate golden criss-cross pattern across the fabric.
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2018
Modi chose a bright saffron turban decorated with delicate red motifs and a long flowing tail that moved in the August breeze.
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2019
Paying tribute to Rajasthan’s textile heritage, Modi wore a multicoloured safa featuring the traditional Leheriya wave pattern.
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2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Modi appeared in a saffron and cream safa with an extended tail. He paired it with a white and saffron stole that also doubled as a face covering.
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2021
Saffron returned as the dominant colour, this time paired with red patterns and a long, flowing pink trailing end.
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2022
During the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Modi chose a white turban decorated with saffron and green stripes, reflecting the colours of the national flag.
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2023
The classic Rajasthani Bandhani print returned, featuring a vibrant combination of yellow, green and red.
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2024
Modi opted for another Leheriya-style turban, this time featuring bold streaks of bright orange, dark green and yellow, along with a deeply pleated long tail.
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2025 pti
For India’s 79th Independence Day, Modi chose an all-saffron safa paired with a matching saffron waistcoat and a crisp tricolour stole.
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2026
For the 80th Independence Day, Modi returned to a striking red tie-and-dye safa featuring intricate red, green and white patterns and a long trailing end. He paired it with a white kurta-pajama, brown jacket and saffron, white and green pocket squares.