Modi's Independence Day 2026 Appeal: Hoist the Tricolour

He urged citizens to join the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. "Har Ghar Tiranga, Ghar-Ghar Tiranga, Har Mann Tiranga. Come, let the Tricolour fly proudly over every home," he added.

The appeal follows a recent bill that gives "Vande Mataram" the same legal protections as the national anthem. LiveMint reported the measure is meant to prevent insults and ensure the song is sung at official functions. "Vande Mataram" will be sung for the first time at the Red Fort during the Independence Day ceremony, the report said.

This year's celebrations will focus on the achievements of young Indians, with an emphasis on their role in building a developed nation by 2047, according to LiveMint.