Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh leads Tiranga Yatra in Imphal ahead of Independence Day
Imphal, August 9
Ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations on August 15, Bharatiya Janata Party Manipur unit organised a grand 'Tiranga Yatra' in Imphal, led by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday.
The patriotic march witnessed enthusiastic participation, with citizens and party workers carrying the Tricolour and chanting patriotic slogans across the state capital.
The 'Tiranga Yatra' is part of nationwide celebrations organised in the lead-up to August 15 to mark 80 years of India's independence, urging citizens to hoist the national flag and celebrate the country's heritage.
The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign is a Government of India initiative that encourages citizens to hoist the national flag, the Tricolour, at their homes and express their pride and respect for the nation.
The campaign was launched in 2022 as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations. The initiative seeks to strengthen the connection of citizens, particularly younger generations, with the national flag and the country's freedom struggle.
It also aims to encourage people to remember and honour the sacrifices of freedom fighters who played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence.
The campaign has since become an important part of Independence Day-related celebrations, with citizens encouraged to participate by displaying the Tricolour and reaffirming their respect for the nation and its history.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Wonderful to see the whole country gearing up for Independence Day. The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' initiative has really taken off - I've been seeing flags everywhere, from cities to villages. This is how we honour our freedom fighters and instil pride in the younger generation.
While I appreciate the sentiment behind the Tiranga Yatra, I hope the administration is equally focused on addressing the ongoing ethnic tensions and displacement issues in Manipur. A flag can unite us in spirit, but we need concrete actions towards peace and rehabilitation. Just my observation. 🙏
Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat! Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 It's heartening to see the CM leading from the front. Photos from the Yatra show so much energy and enthusiasm. This is the true spirit of August 15th. Every Indian should hoist the flag at home this year.
I've been following the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign since it started in 2022. It's really caught on everywhere. My cousins in Imphal sent me videos of the Yatra - people were smiling, chanting, and genuinely happy. Kudos to the organisers!
Honestly, I wish we saw this kind of fraternity throughout the year, and not just before August 15. But I'm glad to see the Yatra went off peacefully. Let's hope our leaders remember the messages of unity and harmony that the Tricolour represents beyond the celebrations. 🤞
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