As india marks its 79th Independence Day in 2025, let’s celebrate the rich history of our national flag, the Tricolour! Here are 10 incredible facts that every indian should know:
1. Designed by pingali Venkayya: This freedom fighter from andhra pradesh presented the Tricolour to mahatma gandhi in 1921.
2. Original Colours: The first indian flag in 1906 featured just red and yellow—a symbol of the burgeoning freedom movement.
3. First Unofficial Flag: Hoisted on 7th august 1906 at Parsee Bagan Square in Kolkata, this flag marked an early expression of independence.
4. Final Design Adoption: The current design was officially adopted on 22nd July 1947, just days before india gained independence.
5. Symbolism of Colours: The saffron represents courage, white signifies peace, and green embodies faith.
6. Ashoka Chakra: At the center, this 24-spoke wheel symbolizes progress and the cyclical nature of time.
7. Manufacture Regulations: Only the karnataka Khadi Gramodyoga Samyukta Sangha (KKGSS) is authorized to produce the national flag.
8. Flag Hoisting Rights: Initially exclusive to government buildings, the right to hoist the flag was extended to all citizens in 2002.
9. Khadi Fabric: The flag must be made of khadi, honoring India’s fight for freedom.
10. Global Inspiration: The indian flag has inspired numerous movements, including civil rights campaigns worldwide.
This Independence Day, let’s salute not just the Tricolour, but the values of unity, strength, and freedom it represents!
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