<h1>Chief Minister Praises Military Role in Unity on Independence Day; Opposition Urges Economic Self-Reliance and Harmony</h1> On the 79th Independence Day, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh publicly praised a recent military operation targeting terror infrastructure in a neighboring region, emphasizing the armed forces' role in safeguarding national unity and integrity. He highlighted the sacrifices made for the country's independence and called for national unity and progress based on justice, equality, and self-reliance. Concurrently, a prominent opposition leader criticized foreign trade policies impacting the economy and advocated for a self-reliance strategy, cautioning against overdependence on any single foreign country. She also stressed the need for maintaining communal harmony and resolving conflicts between central and state governments to ensure inclusive development.