PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday remembered those who participated in the historic Quit India Movement, and said their courage will always remain an inspiration for every Indian. The Quit India Movement was launched under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi on August 9, 1942 and gave a decisive impetus to India’s quest for independence. “Remembering all those who participated in the historic Quit India Movement. Their courage will always remain an inspiration for every Indian,” Modi said in a post on X. The Prime Minister said the clarion call of Quit India infused new energy in the freedom struggle and reflected the unwavering determination of people to break free from colonial rule. August 9, 2026, marks the 84th anniversary of the Quit India Movement, one of the defining milestones in the nation’s freedom struggle.

 

 

Fadnavis MAHARASHTRA Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday paid tribute to martyrs on the 84th anniversary of the ‘Quit India’ Movement, saying the legacy of patriotism shown by freedom fighters continues to inspire generations. Leaders across party lines joined in paying homage to the freedom fighters on the occasion. School children and people from all walks of life visited the martyrs’ memorial at August Kranti Maidan in south Mumbai to offer tributes. Launched by Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai, the Quit India Movement, which began on August 9, 1942, was a decisive call to end British Rule and a turning point in the country’s freedom struggle. CM Fadnavis in a post on X said, “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. Their legacy of patriotism continues to inspire generations.” NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar said the Quit India Movement, launched under Mahatma Gandhi’s leadership with the call of “Do or Die”, marked a decisive phase in India’s struggle for independence.