150 Years of Vande Mataram: A Melody That Became a Movement
The year 2025 marks the 150th anniversary of India's National Song, Vande Mataram, which has played a significant role in the country's history as a symbol of unity and resistance against colonial rule. Composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and first published in 1875, it was adopted as the National Song in 1950. The song has inspired generations of freedom fighters and continues to be celebrated through various commemorative activities across India, reaffirming its importance in the national identity and cultural consciousness.
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