Independence Day 2026: How to properly display, handle the Indian flag - Your six-point tricolour guide
India's Flag Code covers several aspects of handling the tricolour, including how it should be displayed and stored. Knowing them can help avoid mistakes.
India will commemorate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, honoring the nation's liberation from British rule and remembering the sacrifices of freedom fighters. As preparations for the celebrations intensify, questions often arise about the proper handling and display of the Indian national flag post-celebrations. The Flag Code of India outlines guidelines for displaying and maintaining the tricolour.
Citizens are allowed to retain the flag even after Independence Day, but it must be treated with respect according to the code's provisions. It should not be used as ordinary decorations or allowed to become torn or damaged. The flag should be displayed prominently and never damaged or disheveled. Post-August 15, the flag can be kept and displayed as long as its dignity is maintained.
The flag should never touch the ground or floor, or become soiled. When flown at night, it must be illuminated. If the flag becomes damaged or soiled, it should be destroyed as a whole, preferably through burning or another dignified method. Paper flags are permitted during significant events but should not be placed on the ground or roads.
Proper flag folding techniques are available for home use, as shared by the Union Ministry of Culture. These rules aim to ensure the national flag is treated with the respect it deserves.
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