Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today hoisted the national Flag near the Mahatma Gandhi Statue at the Parliament House on the occasion of Independence Day. Congratulating the people, Mr. Birla said that there is an atmosphere of joy and happiness across the country on this festive occasion.

He urged the people to resolve to work collectively towards building of a Naya Bharat and to become partners in the development of the nation in a cooperative spirit.  He also remarked that people should develop a feeling of dedication and sacrifice in their lives towards the nation.

Earlier,  the Speaker was presented a guard of honour by a contingent of the Central Reserve Police Force.