PM Narendra Modi urges people to strengthen the Har Ghar Tiranga movement

"This year, when we are marking Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, let us strengthen the Har Ghar Tiranga Movement. Hoist the Tricolour or display it in your homes between 13th and 15th August. This movement will deepen our connect with the national flag," he said in a tweet.

Modi also recalled the monumental courage and efforts of those who dreamed of a flag for free India.

"Today, we recall the monumental courage and efforts of all those who dreamed of a flag for free India when we were fighting colonial rule. We reiterate our commitment to fulfill their vision and build the India of their dreams," he said in another tweet.

The Prime Minister also shared some interesting nuggets from history including details of the committee associated with the Tricolour and the first Tricolour unfurled by Pandit Nehru.

He said that July 22 has a special relevance in our history as on this day in 1947, our National Flag was adopted.

"Today, 22nd July has a 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," he added.

The Indian National Flag is a symbol of national pride for the entire nation.

To further honor our flag, the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' program envisages Indians everywhere to hoist the national flag at their homes between Aug 13 to Aug 15.

(With UNI inputs)