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Some 45,000 people gathered to celebrate the nation's birthday.

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Crowds soak up the atmosphere around the National Stadium and Kallang Basin

Many said they were looking forward to the main fireworks display at 8.15pm.

This year marks the first time since 2016 that the NDP will be held in the National Stadium, which holds about 42,000 spectators.

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