Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated a special 10-hour debate in the Lok Sabha on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The song, adopted as India’s National Song, is being discussed in both Houses this week. Modi highlighted historical parallels, linking the song’s milestones to national challenges like British rule and the Emergency. PM Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday opened a special debate in the Lok Sabha on Vande Mataram, marking 150 years of the song. Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and adopted as India’s National Song in 1950, Vande Mataram will be discussed for 10 hours each in both Houses this week during the ongoing winter sessionClick here for Winter Session live updatesThe Rajya Sabha will take up the debate on Tuesday, with Union home minister Amit Shah leading for the BJP. PM Modi Calls Vande Mataram A ‘Mantra Of Unity And Courage’ As The Song Completes 150 Years Here are top quotes from PM Modi’s speech in Lok Sabha:”When Vande Mataram turned 50 years old, the country was forced to live in slavery (British rule). When Vande Mataram turned 100 years old, the country was shackled in the chains of Emergency…Constitution was throttled.””The mantra that energised and inspired India’s freedom movement and showed the path of courage and determination. Remembering that sacred Vande Mataram today is a great privilege for all of us in this House.”Vande Matram was written at a time when, after the uprising of 1857, the British government was alarmed and was unleashing oppression.A campaign was underway to push the British national anthem ‘God Save the Queen’ into every household. Through Vande Mataram, Shri Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay responded to this challenge with great strength and resolve.”BJP vs Congress on Vande MataramPM Modi recently accused the Congress of excluding several stanzas of the song in 1937 and “sowing the seeds of Partition” — a mindset he said still poses a “challenge” to the country.The Congress has countered by invoking Rabindranath Tagore’s support for limiting Vande Mataram to its first two stanzas. The party argues that Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the country’s first prime minister in 1947, accepted this position due to the “complexity” of the later verses and “objections” raised by sections of Muslims.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Faces Two-Front Danger in China, Pakistan: Cautions Army, Cites Op Sindoor As Proof Of ResolveIndiGo Crisis Enters Day 7: Over 350 Flights Cancelled As Chaos Continues Across Airports in India’Multilateralism Cannot Survive On Double Standards’: Jaishankar Urges Amid Multipolar World ReorderFlames Rage As Crowd Continues Dancing To ‘Mehbooba’ In Goa Nightclub VideoCalls To ‘Send Usha Back’ Erupt After JD Vance’s Immigration Remark Sparks Fierce National OutrageCrowd Grooving To ‘Mehbooba’ As Flames Engulf Goa Nightclub, Video Goes Viral“Tariff Pressure Ended India-Pak Standoff”: Trump Makes Bold Claim“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment“Crew Safety Was At Risk…” Expert on DGCA’s Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO“We’ll Strike Again If Needed”: Navy Chief Issues Stern Warning To Pakistan123PhotostoriesDiabetes prevention: Bengaluru doctor suggests 10 lifestyle tips that all diabetics must follow9 foods that help lower nighttime cortisol naturally7 things you should never do when sending kids to school’Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Tamasha’: Movies that revolutionised romance in BollywoodChanakya Niti: 5 mantras by Chanakya for super success at work7 vegetables one should never consume raw7 myths about prostate cancer uro-oncologist wants everyone to stop believing right nowBirth Number 2: Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky GemstoneThe best cardio exercises for women who hate runningYour karmic lessons in this life according to your birth month (pure eye openers!)123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJustin Herbert InjuryJosh SimmonsJayson Tatum InjuryMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthTim PoolRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCeeDee Lamb InjuryMLB Trade RumorsCraig Berube
PM Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday opened a special debate in the Lok Sabha on Vande Mataram, marking 150 years of the song. Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and adopted as India’s National Song in 1950, Vande Mataram will be discussed for 10 hours each in both…
