Srinagar, Aug. 16 -- India's 80th Independence Day was more than a ceremonial milestone. It was a moment to remember where the nation came from, celebrate how far it has travelled and ask where it must go next. From the Red Fort to the smallest village, the Tricolour once again became the common thread binding a vast and diverse India. Schools, colleges, government offices, security forces and communities joined the celebrations with patriotic programmes, cultural performances and tributes to those who sacrificed their lives for freedom. But Independence Day is not merely about flags, parades and speeches. Its deeper meaning lies in remembering that freedom carries responsibility. The freedom secured in 1947 must be protected through demo...