On the 45th Independence Day, I recall the courage of our valiant freedom fighters who risked their lives for the cause of freedom. They are the true patriots. I recall the father of the nation, Banagabandhu, whose March 7 speech inspired the people to take arms to liberate the land. Their sacrifice for the motherland will never be forgotten. 

We all must uphold the history of our independence and show due respect to the martyrs of the Liberation War.

Zabed Wali
Chittagong