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Safeguard hard-won freedom, uphold its dignity: Birla's greetings to nation on eve of Independence Day

New Delhi, Aug 14 (UNI) On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation, including the people of his parliamentary constituency, Kota-Bundi.
In his message, Birla reflected on the significance of the day, emphasising that August 15 awakens a deep sense of pride and self-respect in every Indian heart, as the nation remembers the sacrifice and unwavering resolve of countless freedom fighters, revolutionaries, and national heroes who made India’s independence possible, an official statement said.
Highlighting India’s journey since gaining freedom, Birla noted, “It is a matter of great pride that today, India stands as the world’s largest democracy and one of its leading economies. We have emerged as a global leader in diverse fields such as science, medicine, technology, space, and sports. Today’s India is defined by self-respect and self-reliance.”
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