Today, 22nd July has special relevance in our history. It was on this day in 1947 that our National Flag was adopted. Sharing some interesting nuggets from history including details of the committee associated with our Tricolour and the first Tricolour unfurled by Pandit Nehru. pic.twitter.com/qseNetQn4W
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 22, 2022
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to share some interesting nuggets from history including details of the committee associated with our Tricolour and the first Tricolour unfurled by Pandit Nehru.
He further tweeted saying, "Today, we recall the monumental courage and efforts of all those who dreamt of a flag for free India when we were fighting colonial rule. We reiterate our commitment to fulfill their vision and build India of their dreams."
Today, we recall the monumental courage and efforts of all those who dreamt of a flag for free India when we were fighting colonial rule. We reiterate our commitment to fulfil their vision and build the India of their dreams. pic.twitter.com/fRcAMVHV9F
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 22, 2022
What do the colours in the Indian National Flag signify?
Saffron- Strength, Courage
White- Peace and Truth
Green- Fertility, Growth and Auspiciousness
National Flag Day Significance
The National Flag of India commemorates adoption of the Indian National Flag and India's freedom from the British Raj in 1947.
Key Facts Here
- The Constituent Assembly adopted the Tricolor in its present form on July 22, 1947.
- It was proposed during the meeting that the Indian national flag be a “horizontal tricolour of deep saffron (kesari), white and dark green in equal proportion.”
- While the saffron colour on the top of the national flag represents India's strength and courage, the white middle band indicates peace and truth and the bottom green represents shows growth, fertility and auspiciousness of the land.
- The Indian national flag was hoisted for the first time in Independent India by first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru at the Red Fort on August 16, 1947.
On this day in 1947, our revered #Tiranga was officially adopted as the National flag of India.
Come join us as we take you through a historic journey on how our National flag evolved to become the iconic Tiranga.#AmritMahotsav #HarGharTiranga pic.twitter.com/RFDNqDkXfy
FAQ
What was the mandate of the committee?
The mandate was to design a flag that would command universal respect and devotion, irrespective of party of other affiliation, and place it before the Constituent Assembly for adoption as the National Flag.
What was the outcome of the meeting on July 10, 1947?
It was decided that the Indian National Congress should be adopted as national flag with suitable modifications to make it acceptable to all parties and communities in India.
How would the national flag be?
It was decided that the flag should be a tricolour with three bands horizontally arranged. The colours should be in the order -- saffron, white and dark green.
There shall be a wheel with 24 equally spaced spokes in navy blue to represent the Charkha, in the centre of the white band.The design of the wheel shall be the same as that which appears on the abacuse of the Sarnath Lion Capital of Asoka. The wheel's diameter shall approximate the width of the white band.
The flag should be in proportion to 3:2 -- the former being the length of the flag from masthead to fly.
Source: Jagranjosh
