Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Tuesday initiated a special discussion in the Rajya Sabha to mark the 150th anniversary of the national song, ‘Vande Mataram’. He said the relevance of Vande Mataram—first composed in 1875 and later a rallying cry of India’s freedom movement—remains as strong today as it was during the struggle for independence. The Home Minister added that its spirit will continue to guide India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Shah described Vande Mataram as an immortal creation that awakens devotion, dedication and duty towards the motherland. He said some groups were attempting to link the ongoing celebration with upcoming elections in West Bengal, but emphasised that Vande Mataram has always belonged to the entire coun

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