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Vande Mataram at 150: How Modi's Grand Launch Honors India's Freedom Anthem

Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially launched the year-long celebration of Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary. He released special commemorative stamps and coins marking this historic occasion. The event featured mass singing of the full version across public spaces nationwide. This celebration honors the song that became a powerful symbol during India's freedom struggle.

Key Points: PM Modi Launches Vande Mataram 150th Anniversary Celebrations

  • PM Modi launched year-long celebrations from November 2025 to November 2026
  • Released commemorative stamp and coin honoring the national song
  • Mass singing events held across public places nationwide
  • Special portal launched for 150th anniversary commemorations
  • Union Cabinet approved nationwide celebrations to connect youth
  • Song first appeared in Bangadarshan journal in 1875
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PM Modi inaugurates year-long commemoration of National Song 'Vande Mataram', releases commemorative stamp, coin

PM Modi inaugurates year-long Vande Mataram 150th anniversary celebrations, releases commemorative stamp and coin, and joins mass singing at Delhi event.

"The song, invoking the Motherland as the embodiment of strength, prosperity and divinity, gave poetic expression to India's awakening spirit of unity and self-respect. - PMO Release"

New Delhi, November 7

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the year-long commemoration of the National Song "Vande Mataram" at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.

The Prime Minister also released a Commemorative Stamp and Coin on the occasion.

Prime Minister Modi also launched a portal commemorating the 150th anniversary of the National Song 'Vande Mataram'

The celebrations witnessed mass singing of the full version of "Vande Mataram" across public places with participation of citizens across all segments of society, in conjunction with the main programme.

PM Modi also participated in the mass singing of the full version of 'Vande Mataram' at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Saxena and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta were also present on the occasion.

This programme marks the formal launch of a year-long nationwide commemoration from November 7 2025, to November 7 2026, celebrating 150 years of this timeless composition which inspired India's freedom movement and continues to evoke national pride and unity.

According to a release from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), year 2025 marks 150 Years of Vande Mataram. National song "Vande Mataram", by Bankimchandra Chatterji was written during the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Navami which was on November 7 in 1875. Vande Mataram first appeared in the literary journal Bangadarshan as part of his novel Anandamath. The song, invoking the Motherland as the embodiment of strength, prosperity and divinity, gave poetic expression to India's awakening spirit of unity and self-respect. It soon became an enduring symbol of devotion to the nation.

On October 1, the Union Cabinet approved country-wide celebrations for the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' to foster an impactful movement that connects citizens, especially our youth and students, with the song's original, revolutionary spirit. The celebrations will honour this timeless message and ensure its legacy is fully celebrated and embedded in the hearts of future generations.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has outlined an extensive plan for nationwide celebrations marking two major cultural milestones: the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram and the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Bhagwan Birsa Munda.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate celebrating our national song, I hope the government focuses equally on pressing issues like inflation and unemployment. Celebrations are good but shouldn't overshadow real problems facing common people.
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Arjun K
Jai Hind! The commemorative stamp and coin are wonderful collectibles. My grandfather used to tell me stories of how this song inspired freedom fighters. Proud to see it getting the recognition it deserves 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in India for 5 years now, I find this celebration fascinating. The cultural significance of Vande Mataram in Indian history is truly remarkable. The mass singing events looked incredible!
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Vikram M
The portal launched by PM Modi is a great step to educate youth about our heritage. My children learned the full version in school last month and now they understand its historical importance better.
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Kavya N
Wonderful to see all political leaders coming together for this national celebration. Vande Mataram belongs to every Indian, regardless of political affiliation. Let's keep the spirit of unity alive! ✨

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