Freedom fighters’ patriotism inspires generations: Fadnavis on ‘Quit India’ Movement anniversary
On August Kranti Din, we honour the countless freedom fighters whose courage and determination during the Quit India Movement strengthened India's march towards independence, said Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid tribute to the martyrs of the 84th anniversary of the Quit India Movement on August 9, 2026. He emphasized that the legacy of patriotism displayed by freedom fighters continues to inspire generations. The movement, launched by Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai on August 9, 1942, was a crucial turning point in India's struggle for independence.
Leaders from various political parties joined in paying homage to the freedom fighters at the martyrs' memorial at August Kranti Maidan in south Mumbai. School children and people from all walks of life also visited the memorial to offer tributes. Fadnavis highlighted that the courage and determination displayed by the martyrs during the Quit India Movement strengthened India's march towards independence.
The movement, which called for "Do or Die," marked a decisive phase in India's freedom struggle and saw millions of Indians join to intensify the fight against British rule.
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