As per the directions of Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Directorate of NSS Independence Day was jointly organized by the NSS Units, NCC Unit and Social Sciences Forum under the aegis of ' Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign’ at Khalsa College for Women, Sidhwan Khurd on Augyst 14, 2024. Flag Hoisting ceremony was conducted. Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Principal (Addl.Charge) unfurled the National Flag. The staff and students recited the National Anthem. A programme dedicated to this historic day comprising of patriotic group songs, group dances eulogizing the sacrifice of the martyrs and celebrating the greatness of the motherland were presented. Speeches on the glorious history of freedom struggle, symbolic significance of the colours of National Flag were delivered. Dr. Navdip Kaur HoD PG Department of History spoke on the contribution of female revolutionaries by highlighting the contribution of Sarla Devi Chaudharani. She also stressed on the role of punjabis in Gadhar Movement, Azad Hind Fauj and various other endeavours. She dwelt upon the tragedy of partition that happened along with the Independence of India by quoting Faiz Ahmed Faiz and other poets. She said that there are many contemporary challenges in the path of realization of the dreams envisaged by our freedom fighters. She shared an interesting anecdote related to Sohan Singh Bhakna inspiring the students to maintain focus. Dr. Amandeep Kaur addressed the audience and congratulated all on this auspicious occasion. She said that the sacrifice and sufferings faced by the martyrs who could not be there to see the dawn of Independence and our security forces guarding us should be acknowledged so that we can realize it and continue our efforts in maintaining our hard won freedom. She said that liberty comes with great responsibilities. Prof. Karamdeep Kaur conducted stage proceedings effectively. Dr. Inderjit Kaur NSS Programme Officer proposed the formal vote of thanks. NSS Volunteers who won prizes in various competitions conducted under the aegis of Swachhta Abhiyaan were felicitated.