India, Aug. 14 -- We got independence for this nation, but still many things which are of fundamental importance are yet to happen in this country. Two generations of people have already passed their lives, but still fundamental requirements like nourishment, health, ecology and education are yet to be taken care of for most people in the country.

Independence Day does not mean just hoisting a flag, eating some sweets and shouting slogans, this is not what it is about. The way the freedom struggle in this country happened - the commitment and the dedication with which it happened, the sacrifices that were done, the lives that were laid down - is a loving gift from the previous generation.

When we say freedom, what we are trying to say i...