Srinagar, Aug. 15 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday hoisted the National Flag at Lok Bhavan on the occasion of the nation's 80th Independence Day and called for collective efforts towards inclusive growth, women's empowerment, job creation and environmental sustainability.

A ceremonial police contingent presented the national salute during the function.

Paying tributes to freedom fighters who laid down their lives for the country, the Lieutenant Governor also remembered civilians who lost their lives in natural calamities this year.

"On this historic day, I join all citizens in paying heartfelt tributes to our founding fathers and the valiant sons and daughters of Mother India who sacrificed their lives for the country's fre...