The Embassy of India in Kuwait begins the celebrations of 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram with the collective singing of the national song along with the Members of the Indian community at the Embassy premises.

Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the celebration all over India with mass rendition of Vande Mataram and launching of commemorative coins and stamp.

He also launched the portal “vandemataram150.in”, where Indians can upload their videos of singing the national song and earn a certificate.

Modi said that Vande Mataram is a mantra, an energy, a dream and a resolution. He also emphasized that the 150th anniversary is a moment of national pride, encouraging widespread participation in commemorative initiatives.

The celebration marks the beginning of year-long commemorative activities that will continue to highlight the historical, cultural and national significance of Vande Mataram.

The Embassy in Kuwait, together with community associations and cultural organizations, will organize a series of events in the coming months to engage all sections of the Indian community in Kuwait.

Vande Mataram was composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1875 and later included in his celebrated novel Anandamath.

Set against the backdrop of India’s freedom struggle, the song became a powerful source of inspiration for the freedom movement, stirring patriotic unity across the country.

In 1937, the Indian National Congress adopted Vande Mataram as the National Song of India, recognizing its deep emotional and cultural resonance.

Vande Mataram holds a special place in India’s national identity and continues to inspire unity and patriotic spirit among Indians worldwide.