Vande Mataram
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's Legacy Neglected: Great Grandson Speaks Out on 150th Anniversary of Vande Mataram
Nov 28, 2025 08:39 pm CST
As India prepares to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's great grandson speaks out about the neglect of the Bengal icon's legacy. The national song's author remains underrecognized despite his significant contributions to India's freedom struggle and cultural heritage, creating tension between central and state political perspectives on his historical importance.
Mamata Banerjee Defends National Slogans: "Jai Hind and Vande Mataram Are Our Heritage"
Nov 27, 2025 02:05 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Rajya Sabha's new guidelines prohibiting national slogans like "Jai Hind" and "Vande Mataram" in Parliament. She defended these expressions as integral to India's independence movement and cultural identity while raising concerns about threats to democracy, citizenship rights, and Bengal's historical contributions to the nation's freedom struggle.
Korean Lawmaker Jaewon Kim Performs Vande Mataram at 19th WAVES Film Bazaar Opening Ceremony
Nov 21, 2025 02:24 pm CST
The 19th edition of WAVES Film Bazaar opened with a memorable cultural exchange when South Korean lawmaker Jaewon Kim sang Vande Mataram, receiving a standing ovation. The event, inaugurated by Minister L. Murugan in Panaji, Goa, highlights India's emerging position as a global film production hub, featuring over 300 projects and expecting 40,000 visitors during the five-day industry gathering that strengthens India-Korea creative ties.
The 150-Year Legacy of 'Vande Mataram': India's National Song and Its Complex History
Nov 12, 2025 06:47 pm CST
Exploring the 150-year journey of India's national song 'Vande Mataram' from its composition by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875 to its controversial status today. This article examines its role in the freedom struggle, various musical interpretations, and the ongoing debate about religious sensitivities that has shaped its adoption and celebration across different political eras.
Uttar Pradesh Makes Vande Mataram Mandatory in All Schools Amid Growing BJP-Congress Political Dispute
Nov 10, 2025 03:43 pm CST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced plans to make singing 'Vande Mataram' compulsory in all educational institutions across the state. The decision comes amid an escalating political controversy between BJP and Congress over the national song's history and implementation. This move aims to promote patriotism and national unity while addressing what Adityanath describes as forces that undermine India's integrity.
BJP Leader's National Anthem Remark Sparks Fierce Backlash from Trinamool Congress
Nov 07, 2025 06:44 pm CST
Trinamool Congress strongly condemns former Karnataka Assembly speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri's claim that India's national anthem was written to welcome the British, calling it a deliberate insult to Rabindranath Tagore and West Bengal's cultural heritage. The controversy unfolds as the national song 'Vande Mataram' celebrates its 150th anniversary.
PM Modi Claims Removal of Verses from Vande Mataram Led to India's Partition: A Historical Analysis
Nov 07, 2025 06:00 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has linked the 1937 removal of verses from India's national song 'Vande Mataram' to the country's eventual partition, suggesting that this alteration planted seeds for division. Speaking at an event commemorating the song's 150th anniversary, Modi highlighted its immortal significance in India's freedom struggle while emphasizing the nation's unique cultural perspective of viewing the country as a mother figure. The controversy follows BJP accusations that Congress deliberately removed stanzas invoking Goddess Durga under Jawaharlal Nehru's leadership.
Abu Azmi Refuses to Sing Vande Mataram: Religious Controversy Over Maharashtra's School Directive
Nov 07, 2025 05:52 pm CST
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi has taken a firm stance against singing Vande Mataram, citing religious reasons, as Maharashtra mandates the complete version in schools to commemorate the national song's 150th anniversary. Azmi criticized BJP as "Bharat Jalao Party" for allegedly creating religious tensions while defending his position that Muslims shouldn't be forced to participate in practices that conflict with their faith.
The Legacy of 'Anandamath': How Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's Novel Birthed India's Iconic National Song 'Vande Mataram'
Nov 07, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Discover the profound impact of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's novel 'Anandamath' on India's national identity as it celebrates the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'. This powerful literary work, set during the sannyasi rebellion against colonial rule, introduced the iconic patriotic hymn that would inspire generations of freedom fighters and emerge as an enduring symbol of Indian nationalism.
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee: The Literary Genius Behind 'Vande Mataram' and Its 150-Year Legacy
Nov 07, 2025 02:26 pm CST
Celebrating the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram,' this article explores the life and contributions of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, the visionary writer who penned India's national song. From his pioneering work in Bengali literature to his civil service career and the enduring impact of his patriotic composition, discover how Chatterjee's words became a rallying cry for India's independence movement and continue to inspire national pride today.