Deendayal Port Authority commences 'Har Ghar Tiranga' celebrations with Tiranga Yatra
Gandhidham, August 9
Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, on Sunday commenced its Tiranga Yatra at the Port Township in Gopalpuri, Gandhidham.
The Tiranga Yatra was led by DPA Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, in the presence of senior port officials. Officers and employees of DPA, CISF personnel, school students, members of the Deendayal Mahila Shakti Kendra (DMSK), security personnel and the general public at large brought together the Port fraternity and community in a collective expression of patriotism.
Draped in the hues of the Tricolour and resonating with patriotic fervour, the Port Township presented a vibrant spectacle as participants proudly carried the National Flag throughout the Yatra. The atmosphere reverberated with patriotic slogans and the spirit of Vande Mataram, reflecting a deep sense of pride, unity and devotion towards the nation.
The initiative was organised as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign and aimed at encouraging citizens to celebrate the Tricolour not merely as a national symbol but as an embodiment of India's unity, sovereignty and shared national identity.
The event marked the beginning of DPA Kandla's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' celebrations, with participation from the port fraternity, students, women and members of the local community.
Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2022 under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign encourages citizens to hoist the National Flag at their homes and develop a personal connection with the Tricolour. The campaign also seeks to honour the sacrifices of freedom fighters and strengthen the spirit of patriotism among citizens.
This year's celebrations will have a special focus on the commemoration of 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'. Various activities will be organised across districts, blocks and panchayats as part of the campaign.
The major components of Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 will include Tiranga rallies and processions, exhibitions, Tiranga concerts, bike and cycle rallies, tricolour lighting of important locations, decorations and Rangoli programmes. Special activities will also be organised under the theme "Tiranga Salute to the Spirit of Vande Mataram", along with the popular "Selfie with Tiranga" initiative.
The National Flag will be hoisted at households and government offices during the campaign period.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Har Ghar Tiranga is such a powerful campaign by PM Modi ji. Last year we hoisted the flag at our home and the kids were so excited. This year we are planning to participate in the cycle rally too. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
Beautiful to see the whole community coming together for the Tiranga Yatra! The port township must have looked absolutely stunning with all those tricolour drapes. This is something my friends in the US would love to see. We need more such community-driven national celebrations.
The initiative is good, but I wish they would focus on making the flag more affordable for rural areas. Many people in villages can't afford a good quality flag. Maybe schools and panchayats should distribute them free. Just a thought. Otherwise, the Vande Mataram tribute is truly heartfelt.
Watching the DMSK women participate in the yatra makes me so happy! Women's empowerment and patriotism together. We need more such events in Kutch. The Rangoli competitions are my favourite part. Cannot wait to see the photos! 🎨🇮🇳
As an NRI, this campaign makes me nostalgic. Even after living abroad for 15 years, the tricolour always brings a tear to my eye. Great to see the port officials leading by example. The selfie-with-Tiranga initiative is a smart way to get the youth involved.
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