Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the year-long celebrations marking 150 years of Vande Mataram, honouring the iconic song that fuelled India’s freedom movement and continues to inspire patriotic pride today. The Junior Age has all the details below.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially inaugurated the 150-year celebration of Vande Mataram, the historic song that helped unite and energise India’s freedom movement.
The event, held in New Delhi, marked the beginning of nationwide cultural programs, school activities, and art showcases dedicated to the song’s powerful legacy.
PM Modi called the song a symbol of India’s eternal spirit, one that continues to live in the hearts of every Indian, young or old.
The Story Behind Vande Mataram
Long before it echoed in freedom rallies or school assemblies, Vande Mataram was a poem written from the heart of India. In 1875, Bengali writer Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay penned the verses within his famous novel Anandamath. The poem was not just a patriotic cry; it was a spiritual tribute to the motherland, imagined as a divine mother figure, rich with rivers, forests, and fields.
Over time, these powerful lines leapt off the page, set to music and embraced as a symbol of unity against colonial rule. Freedom fighters like Rabindranath Tagore and Subhas Chandra Bose helped popularise it, turning Vande Mataram into a song of courage and devotion. Today, 150 years later, it remains a timeless reminder of India’s journey and the deep love its people share for their land.
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The Celebration Plan for 150 Years of Vande Mataram
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the celebration of Vande Mataram. And the 150-year milestone will see:
- National-level competitions in schools for singing, recitation and creative storytelling
- Cultural events in historical sites linked to India’s freedom fight
- Exhibitions and digital showcases of the song’s history, translations, and global impact
- Special performances recreated in classical, folk, and modern musical forms
The idea is to teach the next generation about the song’s meaning, without letting it fade into textbooks.
Just like it inspired freedom fighters more than a century ago, Vande Mataram continues to be a reminder of how music and words can unite a nation’s soul. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi launching its 150-year celebration, the nation steps into a year of pride, remembrance and renewed love for India’s motherland.
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