Independence Day 2026: 'Vande Mataram' will be sung for the first time from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the Ministry of Defence informed.

Independence Day 2026: The 80th Independence Day is going to be a very special one for the country. For the first time, the national song Vande Mataram will be sung from the ramparts of the Red Fort.


Independence Day 2026: India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day this year. This year, the country's 80th Independence Day is set to be historic. For the first time, the national song "Vande Mataram" will be sung from the ramparts of the Red Fort. The Ministry of Defense announced this on Monday (August 10). Consequently, the singing of Vande Mataram during the Independence Day celebrations will be a key feature of this year's program.


Ministry of Defence gave information regarding singing of Vande Mataram

The Ministry of Defence announced on Monday that "Vande Mataram" will be performed from the ramparts of the Red Fort during the 80th Independence Day celebrations. This will be the first time the national anthem will be part of the Independence Day celebrations from the historic site.



'Vande Mataram' has a deep connection with the freedom movement

It should be noted that the national song "Vande Mataram" held special significance in India's freedom movement. Composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, the song became a crucial medium for instilling patriotism and national consciousness among the people during the freedom struggle. Thousands of revolutionaries across the country joined the fight for independence against the British while singing this song. Due to this historical significance, "Vande Mataram" was given the status of a national song, while "Jana Gana Mana" was adopted as the country's national anthem.


A new chapter will be added to the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day.

It should be noted that every year on Independence Day, the Prime Minister addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort. The Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort, followed by the national anthem. Several cultural programs are also held.

  • The Prime Minister also addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort. However, this year, the singing of "Vande Mataram" has been included in the Independence Day celebrations, adding a new dimension to the Independence Day program.
  • According to the Defence Ministry, this event will be an opportunity to remember the country's freedom journey and the historical contribution of the national anthem.

The Vande Mataram Bill was passed in Parliament last month.

It should be noted that during this monsoon session, last month, in July, the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha passed the Vande Mataram Bill. With the passage of this bill, insulting Vande Mataram became a criminal offense. Under the provisions of the Vande Mataram Bill, any disruption or insult during the singing of the national anthem, "Vande Mataram," will be considered a criminal offense. Convictions carry a penalty of up to three years' imprisonment.


The Vande Mataram Bill also references Dr. Rajendra Prasad's statement in the Constituent Assembly on January 24, 1950, stating that "Vande Mataram" should be accorded the same respect and status as "Jana Gana Mana." The bill also states that currently there is no specific legal provision that would enable action against deliberate obstruction or insult to the singing of "Vande Mataram." It should be noted that India gained independence on August 15, 1947.


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