Prime Minister Narendra Modi is speaking in the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of the Quit India movement.

Here are highlights from his speech:

* This is a special occasion – we remember the Quit India movement. Remembering such movements gives us strength as a nation: PM

* It is important for the younger generation to know about historical events like the Quit India movement: PM

* The Quit India movement marked the rise of a new leadership. They supported Mahatma Gandhi during the movement: PM

* The British had never anticipated such a powerful movement in 1942. Gandhi and so many senior leaders went to jail for the country’s freedom: PM

* The Indian freedom struggle witnessed participation from a wide range of individuals over several years: PM

* The movement led to the rise of so many leaders whose contributions are immense: PM

* There were so many highs and falls in the movement, but 1942 was the final ‘jan-sangharsh’. It led to the realization that ‘abhi nahin toh kabhi nahin’ (If not now, then never): PM

* When Quit India movement was launched, every small or big leader was a part of it. There was no corner of the country that was untouched: PM

* During the movement, Gandhi said, ‘Karenge ya marenge’ (We will do or die). It astounded many in the country. Gandhi said that everyone has the right to feel free and independent in the country. He said he will not be satisfied by anything less than ‘purna swaraj’ (complete independence): PM