As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, the day once again reminds everyone about the meaning of freedom and the duties that come with it. While people usually celebrate with flag hoisting, songs, and social media posts, actor Ujjawal Sharma feels that real patriotism is shown in daily life, not just on one day.Ujjawal Sharma, who has worked in shows and digital projects like Dear Dia, RadhaKrishn, and Saajan Ghar, has slowly made a strong place for himself in the entertainment world.Talking about patriotism today, he says, “I don’t think patriotism is just about posting a flag or a story on Independence Day. This day reminds us of the sacrifices made for our freedom. Respecting the country means showing it in our actions—being good citizens, respecting others, following rules, keeping our surroundings clean, and doing something good for society. Celebrating is nice, but real patriotism is when we take responsibility for our country every day.”For him, remembering India’s freedom struggle also means remembering the brave people who gave everything for the country. Among them, Bhagat Singh is someone who inspires him the most.He says, “Bhagat Singh has always inspired me a lot. His courage and strong belief in what he stood for are amazing. Even at a very young age, he knew his purpose and was ready to sacrifice everything. His life teaches us that age doesn’t matter—what matters is your courage and what you do for others.”Ujjawal also believes that building a better country is not only the job of leaders or big institutions. Every person can help in small ways in their daily life. He feels freedom should be seen as a responsibility, not just a gift.Sharing a message for his fans this Independence Day, he says, “Let’s not keep our love for the country limited to just one day. Let’s carry it every day. Be kind, be responsible, and respect people around you. Try to make your family, your society, and your country better in small ways. We are lucky to be born in a free India, and the best way to respect that freedom is to use it well. Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind!”For Ujjawal, Independence Day is not only about celebrating the past, but also about understanding our responsibility today and making better choices every day for a better future.
