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CM Rekha Gupta Calls 'Vande Mataram' the Soul of India on 150th Anniversary

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addressed the State Assembly on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, declaring it the soul of India. She stated the song connects citizens to a sense of duty and unity and was a voice of consciousness during the freedom struggle. Gupta emphasized that the song venerates India's land and culture and is not associated with any religion or political ideology. She also noted the nation is progressing under Prime Minister Modi's vision while preserving its heritage.

Key Points: Vande Mataram is India's Soul, Says CM Rekha Gupta

  • Honors 150th anniversary of national song
  • Song unites citizens with duty and unity
  • Calls it a voice of freedom struggle
  • Says it's above religion and politics
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CM Rekha Gupta hails 'Vande Mataram' as soul of India

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta honors the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, calling it an expression of India's soul and a unifier beyond politics.

"Vande Mataram is not merely a song, but an expression of the soul of India. - Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, Jan 9

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said in the State Assembly on Friday that 'Vande Mataram' is not merely a song, but an expression of the soul of India.

In a statement on the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram, she said the song connects citizens with a sense of duty, unity and respect towards the motherland.

Referring to the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the Chief Minister added that this song, composed nearly 150 years ago, became the voice of consciousness during India's freedom struggle.

According to her, the song venerates India's land, nature, culture and civilisation, and reminds us that India's soil produces not only foodgrains but also values and culture.

Addressing the Assembly House, Chief Minister Gupta said that deliberation in the Assembly on this historic national song at the time of its 150th anniversary is of great significance.

She noted that during the 100th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the country was passing through the period of the Emergency, due to which the national song did not receive the honour it deserved.

"She described this as an unfortunate chapter in the history of Indian democracy."

The Chief Minister said that today, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation is progressing on the principle of 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi' (development along with heritage).

India is continuously touching new heights of progress while simultaneously preserving its cultural and historical legacy, he added.

She said that the country is gradually emerging from a colonial mindset and moving forward as a self-reliant and prosperous nation, with the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' clearly before us.

She added that this song was composed by the great litterateur and nationalist thinker Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875 and was later included in the novel 'Anandamath' in 1882.

She clarified that the song is not associated with any religion, sect, class or political ideology, but symbolises the inseparable bond between the motherland and her children.

Chief Minister Gupta said that Vande Mataram represents national policy above politics.

"Unfortunately, some attempt to view it through a political lens, whereas every word of the song is imbued solely with praise for Bharat Mata."

She added that the song proclaims the glory of India's rivers, mountains, fields and prosperity, and unites the people of the country into a single thread.

The Chief Minister also said that the nation is currently witnessing an ideological struggle, which cannot be fought with weapons but only through national consciousness.

- IANS

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Priya S
A beautiful sentiment. The song truly connects us to our land and its bounty. However, I wish such statements in the Assembly were accompanied by more concrete actions to preserve our cultural sites and support local artisans.
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Rohit P
Well said! It's not about politics, it's about patriotism. Every time I hear Vande Mataram, I feel a surge of pride for our incredible history and diversity. We must teach the younger generation its significance.
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Sarah B
As someone who has made India my home, I find the message of unity in this song very powerful. It's a poetic celebration of the country's spirit. More focus on this shared heritage can only be a good thing.
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Vikram M
The point about the Emergency period is interesting history. Glad we can now honour it freely. 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi' is the perfect mantra for a country like ours. Let's develop without forgetting our roots.
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Karthik V
True, the song belongs to every Indian. But sometimes, the way it is used *does* feel political. The CM's clarification is needed. The real tribute would be to live by the values of duty and unity it preaches.

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