74 years back, a colony broke open the shackles of British rule and established itself as a proud independent nation emerging as one of the fastest growing economies, a major space explorer and the world’s largest democracy. 
There was a time when India was considered to be the learning centre of the world. Two of the most famous universities of the ancient world, Nalanda and Takshshila (Taxila), were in India. Our Scientists and Mathematicians had proved centuries back that the genius minds of this land had no parallel ever. Today’s technological advancement owes a lot to Mathematics which in turn owes its existence to Aryabhata, an ancient Indian Mathematician that gave the concept of Zero. The age-old custom of Yoga is being embraced by the world as a tool for wellbeing.
Our Motherland has never shied away from embracing any community, religion, or race whenever people have looked up to her for shelter. the patriotism, the unfathomable love for the country and the zeal to place the nation above everything led us to become the most enviable nation on the earth with diverse languages, cultures, and lifestyles but still stitched together as one entity displaying Unity in Diversity. Yes, I am proud of India!!
As we march towards Global leadership with the mighty powers of the world recognizing our mighty presence in all spheres, let us salute the freedom fighters and pledge to bring to the fore several unsung Heroes whose valiant efforts have not been celebrated as much as it should have. Let’s also take a bow to our Armed forces, our war Heroes who have sacrificed their lives so that we remain protected.
Tomorrow as the country celebrates its 75th Republic Day, let us pay our reverent homage to our much-loved motherland and let us promise to do everything in our power to advance and build our cherished nation. Let’s defend the values of democracy, equality, and justice in remembrance of the sacrifices made by our freedom warriors.