President Droupadi Murmu has extended her greetings on the completion of 151 years since the composition of the national song, Vande Mataram.

In a social media post, President Murmu underscored that during the freedom movement, Vande Mataram served as a rallying cry of courage, unity and resolve for patriots. She emphasised that even today, Vande Mataram continues to symbolise national identity, self-respect and devotion to the motherland.

The President also urged citizens to embrace the spirit of ‘Nation First’ reflected in Vande Mataram and channel its ideals towards strengthening the nation and contributing to its progress.