On India’s 79th Independence Day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hoisted the national flag at a grand ceremony in front of the Vidhan Bhawan and extended heartfelt greetings to the people of the state.
Paying tributes to the heroes of the freedom struggle, Yogi reiterated the resolution for Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
He stated that independence does not mean unrestrained freedom, but a grand festival of commitment to national duties and responsibility toward society. Highlighting the valour of the Indian Army, the strength of the swadeshi model, and Uttar Pradesh’s progress, CM Yogi called for realizing the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He said the sacrifices of countless revolutionaries, freedom fighters, and brave soldiers freed the country from centuries of slavery.
He bowed to Mahatma Gandhi, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and other known and unknown martyrs. He expressed gratitude to soldiers defending the nation’s borders and to personnel ensuring internal security after independence. CM Yogi praised the valour of the Indian Army and the strength of Made in India weapons that showed its prowess in the recent ‘Operation Sindoor,’ which defeated enemies under adverse conditions and safeguarded India’s unity and integrity. He added, “BrahMos missiles and Made in India drones manufactured in Lucknow have established India’s capabilities globally.”
CM Yogi emphasized that independence is not arrogance or unrestrained freedom, but a grand festival for every citizen and every resident of Uttar Pradesh must fulfil their duties. “Every Indian and every resident of Uttar Pradesh must honestly fulfil their responsibilities towards the society, the state, and the nation,” he added.
Reemphasising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolution for Viksit Bharat by the centenary of India’s independence in 2047, he said, “If every citizen fulfils their duties, this goal will be achieved sooner, and India will emerge as the world’s greatest power by 2047.”
Referring to India’s development journey over the past 11 years, CM Yogi said, “In 2014, India was the world’s 11th largest economy, and it has now become the 4th largest economy.”
Highlighting the strength of the Swadeshi model and Make in India initiative, he said, “The made in India missiles and drones used in Operation Sindoor not only proved India’s defence capabilities but also demonstrated the power of Swadeshi technology on a global scale.”
CM Yogi said adopting swadeshi products will keep the nation’s wealth within the country, benefiting artisans, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs. He urged people to buy swadeshi gifts and daily-use items to boost India’s economic prosperity.