"Youth must remember India's struggle for Independence": UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya
Lucknow, August 9
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Sunday highlighted the significance of the Tiranga Yatra, saying such programmes help preserve the memories of India's freedom struggle and inspire the younger generation.
Speaking to ANI during the Tiranga Yatra in Lucknow, Maurya said the occasion serves as a reminder of India's glorious past and the sacrifices made during the struggle for independence.
"This day reminds us of our glorious past and keeps those memories alive for the younger generation. Today's youth must remember how India fought for its independence," Maurya said.
Meanwhile, BJP MP Brij Lal said the Tiranga campaign has been taken to every household since the BJP government came to power, adding that he had also arranged for the distribution of 1,000 national flags in his village.
"This programme has been organised since the BJP government came to power, taking the Tiranga campaign to every household. I have also arranged for 1,000 national flags to be distributed in my village. This Tiranga programme is a celebration of our freedom and independence," Brij Lal said.
The Tiranga Yatra witnessed participation from citizens and party supporters who carried the national flag and joined the march through Lucknow.
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
I appreciate the initiative, but I wish such programmes went beyond just symbolism. Yes, hoisting the flag is important, but we also need to teach our youth about the deeper values of our freedom struggle - secularism, equality, and justice. Those are the real pillars of our independence.
This is the kind of patriotic energy we need! My kids now ask me about the freedom fighters every time they see the Tiranga. It's creating conversations at home which is the first step. Kudos to the government for this campaign. 🇮🇳
It's heartening to see India's youth engaging with their history. I'm from the UK and we have similar campaigns here. We all need to remember the sacrifices that shaped our nations. The flag distribution in villages is a great idea - it reaches people at the grassroots level.
Har Ghar Tiranga is good, but let's also remember that independence wasn't just about getting the British out. It was about building a nation where every citizen has dignity. We should use this occasion to reflect on how far we've come and how far we still need to go. 🙏
The Tiranga Yatra in Lucknow looks amazing. Wish I could have been there. It's wonderful to see people from all walks of life coming together with the national flag. This is the unity we need more of! Jai Hind! 🇮🇳✨
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