Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar expressed strong displeasure with the incomplete rendition of Vande Mataram during the opening session of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly.
The order mentions that every student must participate in singing the national song at the start of the school day, while heads of institutions have been asked to ensure strict compliance.
BJP leader Anurag Thakur, who had raised the issue in Parliament during the Budget Session, said that it is a proud moment for every Indian who holds Vande Mataram dear.
In Bengal, Vande Mataram is not merely a slogan or a ceremonial song.
The Imam of Ujjain, Mufti Sayyid Nasir Ali Nadvi, on Saturday criticised the Union and state governments’ decision, terming it “unconstitutional” and in contravention of the "right to religious freedom”.
Events will be held across the state until November 25. A 10-kilometer march will be organized in each assembly constituency.
The event aimed at promoting patriotism, cultural awareness and unity. It received enthusiastic participation from the NCC cadets of the varsity. The students poured their imagination and dedication into the competition.
Many police stations and community policing cells even held events in schools, involving school children in the celebrations.
Addressing NCC officers and cadets, Sood urged the youth to actively participate in nation-building and reflected on the historical and cultural significance of Vande Mataram.
Drawing on authoritative historical insights, Ramesh pointed to excerpts from Sabyasachi Bhattacharya’s definitive 2003 biography of Vande Mataram—the iconic song penned by Bankimchandra Chattopadhyay that played a pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle.
