Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president B. Mahesh Kumar Goud on Sunday (August 9, 2026) urged Congress workers to draw inspiration from the historic Quit India Movement and renew their commitment to protecting the Constitution, democracy, secularism and social justice. Also read | Freedom fighters’ patriotism inspires generations: Fadnavis on ‘Quit India’ Movement anniversarySpeaking at a programme marking the 84th anniversary of the Quit India Movement at the Gandhi Bhavan, Mr. Goud said the ideals and sacrifices of the freedom struggle remain relevant even today. He said the movement united people across the country against British colonial rule and inspired millions to participate in the freedom movement. The Quit India Movement, he said, remains a symbol of the Congress party’s historic role in securing India’s freedom and mobilising ordinary citizens in every part of the country. The exhibition featured 1,500 Gandhi statues and 150 charkhas, symbolising Gandhi’s contribution to the freedom movement.