National Flag Day in India is observed every year on July 22, marking the adoption of the Indian national flag, popularly known as the Tiranga. In 2025, the nation will once again celebrate this special day by paying tribute to the Tricolour. The flag stands as a symbol of India's freedom, unity, and national pride.
About Tiranga
The Tiranga comprises three horizontal bands: saffron at the top symbolising courage and sacrifice; white in the middle representing peace, truth, and honesty. The green at the bottom standing for prosperity and fertility. The Ashoka Chakra, placed in the centre of the white band it reflects righteousness, movement, and justice.
History of the Tiranga
The Indian national flag was officially adopted on July 22, 1947, just weeks before India gained independence from British rule. The flag's design was proposed by a freedom fighter from Andhra Pradesh, Pingali Venkayya. The original version featured the spinning wheel or charkha that symbolises self-reliance, but it was later replaced with the Ashoka Chakra. Ashok chakra is a navy blue wheel with 24 spokes, representing progress and the wheel of law.
Significance of National Flag Day
National Flag Day is not just about honouring the flag itself but also recognising its deeper meaning and the sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters. It serves as a reminder of India's journey towards freedom and the values that unite the nation.
On this day, schools, government institutions, and organisations conduct flag-hoisting ceremonies and educational programs to spread awareness about the significance of the Tiranga. On this day citizens are encouraged to respect the national flag and remember that it represents the hopes and dreams of over a billion people. In 2025, National Flag Day reaffirms the pride and unity the Tiranga inspires across India.
