New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday that the true meaning of freedom lies in ensuring that all citizens can utilise opportunities to fulfil their aspirations and work towards the goal of making India the foremost nation in the world.

Addressing the nation on the eve of the country's 80th Independence Day, the President said the Tricolour is the "symbol of our freedom".

"On the eve of our Independence Day, I convey my warm greetings to all of you for this national festival. In a few hours from now, our country will witness the auspicious beginning of the 80th year since its independence. All Indians, living in the country and abroad, celebrate this festival with great joy. Our Tricolour is the symbol of our free...