“Vande Mataram” to Resonate in Chhattisgarh – Festival of National Unity and Pride to Continue Year-long
“Vande Mataram” will Awaken Patriotism and Pride in the New Generation – Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai
Raipur, November 6, 2025/The 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram” is a unique occasion of pride and patriotism for the entire country. Under the guidance of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, this historic festival is being celebrated as a year-long grand campaign. Along with the country, this event will also be grandly organized in Chhattisgarh with public participation in four phases, from Gram Panchayat to the state level.
First Phase to Begin on November 7
The program celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on November 7, 2025. This national program will be broadcast on Doordarshan from 10 AM to 11 AM. After the Prime Minister’s address, a collective rendition of Vande Mataram will be sung simultaneously across the country. The lyrics and tune of the song are available on the portal vandemataram150.in.
Year-long Event in Four Phases
The program will be organized in four phases – the first phase from November 7 to 14, 2025, the second phase from January 19 to 26, 2026, the third phase from August 7 to 15, 2026 (along with the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign), and the fourth phase will run from November 1 to 7, 2026. During this period, collective singing of the national song and various other programs will be organized in all districts, janpads, gram panchayats, educational institutions, offices, and social organizations of the state.
Participation of Ministers and Public Representatives in Districts
Special programs will be organized in all districts of the state in the presence of ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of Legislative Assembly, and public representatives. The participation of local artists, students, social organizations, and community groups will be ensured in each district so that this campaign can take the form of a public movement.
Special Activities and Creative Events in Schools
All schools, colleges, and educational institutions in the state will host special assemblies, essay competitions, debates, quizzes, poster making, and cultural competitions on the theme of “Vande Mataram”. Musical performances related to Vande Mataram will be presented by NCC, NSS, Scouts-Guides, and school bands. The state police band will also fill the atmosphere with patriotism through programs based on Vande Mataram and patriotic songs at public places.
‘Vande Mataram Audio-Video Booth’ an Innovative Initiative
“Vande Mataram Audio-Video Booths” will be established across the state through public-private partnership. Citizens will be able to sing Vande Mataram in their own voice and upload it to the portal. The original tune and lyrics of the song are also available on the portal. This initiative will provide people with an opportunity to express their patriotism in their own way and will make the movement more personal and emotional.
“The 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram” is not just a memorable occasion, but a living message of national unity, self-pride, and dedication to the motherland. This event will connect the new generation of Chhattisgarh with the cultural roots of India, further deepening their sense of patriotism, duty, and national consciousness. Vande Mataram is not just a song, but the voice of India’s soul, whose resonance will instill new energy and pride in the heart of every citizen.” – Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai