Panaji, Aug. 15 -- Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Saturday extended his greetings to citizens on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, paying tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for the country's freedom and calling upon the youth to take forward the vision of a developed India.

Speaking on the occasion, Sawant said that while Indians take pride in the country's independence, the responsibility of building a 'Viksit Bharat' now rests largely with the younger generation.

"On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to all the citizens of India. I pay tribute to those who made sacrifices for the country's freedom, and I also acknowledge the responsibility that rests with today's yo...