{
  "id": 349071,
  "title": "Independence Day 2026: Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign To Be Held From August 9; Dedicated To 150 Years Of ‘Vande Mataram’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/independence-day-2026-har-ghar-tiranga-2026-campaign-to-be-held-from",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-09T05:05:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/independence-day-2026-har-ghar-tiranga-2026-campaign-to-be-held-from-august-9-dedicated-to-150-years-of-vande-mataram"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "India is set to celebrate its 80th Independence Day with the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign 2026, running from August 9 to August 17. This year's campaign holds special significance as it commemorates the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram', a powerful patriotic song that played a crucial role in India's freedom struggle. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign in New Delhi, marking the fifth year of the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative.\n\nThe campaign aims to strengthen the emotional connection between citizens and the national flag, promoting patriotism and national pride. Har Ghar Tiranga encourages citizens to display the Tricolour at their homes and participate in campaign-organized activities. The significance of 'Vande Mataram' stems from its role as a powerful expression of patriotism during India's freedom movement and its adoption as India's National Song.",
  "summary": "As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day, the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign 2026 is set to return from August 9 to August 17. This year’s campaign carries added significance as it is dedicated to commemorating 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s iconic patriotic song that became an important symbol of India’s freedom struggle. Union Minister for Culture and…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}