In Brief
- Full Vande Mataram to be sung from Red Fort on Independence Day for the first time.
- PM Narendra Modi will lead the song before flag hoisting and his national address.
- The tradition marks a new gesture of national pride and cultural unity.
- Event to take place during the 15th August celebrations at New Delhi's historic site.
The full rendition of Vande Mataram will be performed from the Red Fort on Independence Day for the first time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the singing upon his arrival at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi. This will be followed by the customary flag hoisting ceremony and the Prime Minister’s address to the nation.
The inclusion of the full Vande Mataram in the celebrations is seen as a significant addition highlighting national pride and cultural heritage. The Red Fort remains a central venue for India’s Independence Day events, making this new tradition especially symbolic. Officials have confirmed this change aims to underscore India's cultural unity during the 15th August celebrations.
