The third phase of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign began on August 9 and will run until August 15. This initiative is a key part of the larger celebration of India’s 78th Independence Day, designed to bring citizens together in paying tribute to the national flag.
First introduced in 2022 as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign has evolved into a widespread movement, urging citizens to display the national flag at their homes. The campaign aims to instill a sense of patriotism and increase awareness of the significance of the national flag.
New Addition in 2024: Tiranga Bike Rally
This year’s campaign includes a new event, the Tiranga Bike Rally, set to take place on August 13. Organized by Members of Parliament, the rally will commence at Bharat Mandapam, travel through India Gate, and conclude at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium.
On August 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged citizens to engage in the campaign by updating their social media profile pictures and sharing selfies with the tricolour on the official website, harghartiranga.com.
How to Download the Har Ghar Tiranga Certificate
To commemorate your participation in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, you can download a certificate by following these steps:
Visit the Official Website: Go to harghartiranga.com.
Upload a Selfie: Click on the “Click to participate” option and upload your selfie.
Enter Details: Fill in your name, contact number, country, and state, then click on “Upload a selfie.”
Pledge Agreement: Read the pledge, “I authorize the use of my picture on the portal,” and click submit.
Generate Certificate: Click on the ‘generate certificate’ option.
Download and Share: You can download the certificate and share it online using the share option.
In 2022, the national flag was hoisted in over 23 crore homes, with six crore people uploading their selfies on the Har Ghar Tiranga portal. This number grew to 10 crore in 2023, reflecting the campaign’s growing impact, according to the Ministry of Culture. The campaign’s primary goal is to inspire patriotism and promote awareness about the National Flag of India.
Guidelines for Maintaining the Dignity of the National Flag
The Flag Code of India 2002 and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, outline the proper usage, display, and hoisting of the national flag. Here are key points to remember:
Proper Order: Ensure the saffron band is on top, followed by white in the middle and green at the bottom.
Correct Position: The flag must never be hoisted inverted.
Condition of the Flag: Always use a flag in good condition; a torn or damaged flag should not be hoisted.
Display Protocol: The flag should always be upright and never dipped.
Respectful Use: The flag is not to be used as decoration or part of a costume, uniform, or accessory.
Size Ratio: The flag’s size should always maintain a 3:2 ratio.
