Nagpur, 15 Aug (HS): RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan

Bhagwat said that it is the responsibility of every citizen to remember the

sacrifices of freedom fighters and keep the independence of the country intact.

He was speaking after hoisting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh flag at its

headquarters in Nagpur's Mahal area on Saturday.

Dr Bhagwat

said that Independence Day is a day of pride and joy for the country. The

countrymen struggled in various ways for 90 years, from the revolt of 1857

until independence in 1947, and many sacrificed their lives for the country. It

is the duty of every citizen to preserve the freedom and make the country

stronger, safer and happier India still faces many challenges. He urged the

citizens to contribute responsibly towards the unity, security and development

of the country and make it ‘Vishwaguru.

India's progress should not be limited to economic

or national development. Bhagwat said the country should move towards

contributing to the welfare of the entire humanity through its capabilities and

values.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar