New Delhi, Aug. 9 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday paid tributes to the freedom fighters on the anniversary of the Quit India Movement, launched on August 9, 1942, against British colonial rule.

In a post on X, he recalled the enduring legacy of freedom fighters and said, "Salute the sacrifice and determination of our freedom fighters on the anniversary of the Quit India Movement. Their contribution to India's freedom remains an enduring legacy. Jai Hind."

The Quit India Movement, also known as the "Bharat Chodo Andolan", was started by Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian National Congress on August 9, 1942, during the Second World War, demanding an end to British rule in India.

The Movement was significant, especially bec...