Nation Marks 150 Years of ‘Vande Mataram’; President Murmu, Amit Shah Recall Song’s Legacy

Last Updated:November 07, 2025, 10:29 IST

Leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and other leaders paid tribute to the national song, highlighting its enduring message of unity.

President Droupadi Murmu | File Image/PTI

Today marks 150 years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram,’ a timeless symbol of India’s freedom struggle and unity. As India celebrates this historic milestone, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a year-long commemoration of Vande Mataram in Delhi and also released a commemorative stamp and coin on the occasion.

“Tomorrow, 7th November, is a momentous day for every Indian. We celebrate 150 glorious years of Vande Mataram, a stirring call that has inspired generations and ignited an undying spirit of patriotism across our nation," he said in a post on X on Thursday.

President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to the composition, recalling its origins and influence. “Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay composed the immortal song ‘Vande Mataram’ against the backdrop of the Sannyasi Rebellion against British rule, which, since the time of the 1905 Swadeshi Movement, has become a source of inspiration for one and all," she said.

The President described the song as a “proclamation of emotional consciousness and unity" and urged citizens to preserve its spirit for generations to come.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah called ‘Vande Mataram’ “the voice of India’s soul," noting that it united the nation during the struggle for independence and continues to “ignite the eternal flame of nationalism in the hearts of the countrymen." He encouraged people to sing the full version with their families to ensure it remains “a centre of inspiration for future generations."

BJP President JP Nadda said the song became “a triumphant chant of freedom in the lives of countless revolutionaries." He added that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, “the whole of India is today celebrating the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram.’"

Nadda urged people to join Vande Mataram singing events being held nationwide from November 7 to 26, coinciding with Constitution Day, to honour what he called a “divine proclamation of Mother India."

At an event marking the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “The National Song tried to instil the sentiment of ‘Nation First’ and that our dedication should be towards Bharat Mata."

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