Lucknow, Aug. 15 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday emphasised that safeguarding the nation's freedom is a collective duty that extends far beyond any single group or community, urging all 140 crore citizens of India to contribute equally in their respective fields.

Speaking at the Vidhan Bhawan in Lucknow, CM Yogi said that the freedom achieved in 1947 was a result of a long struggle, sacrifice, and dedication of several great martyrs. He further said that the country continuously rejected the slavery mindset despite mutual conflicts and conspiracies.

"We all know that today, on this very day in 1947, as a result of a long struggle, sacrifice, and dedication, our country India attained its freedom. The kind of ...