Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 12 : Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Tuesday said that the aim of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is to promote the spirit of unity in society.
Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak joined hundreds of people in the Tiranga Yatra taken out in the Milkipur assembly constituency.
"The aim of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is to promote the spirit of unity, patriotism and national pride by encouraging every Indian family to hoist the Indian flag proudly," UP Deputy CM said.
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, on August 11, announced the 4th edition of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, launched under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, to inspire citizens across the nation to bring the Indian National Flag, the Tiranga, into their homes and hearts.
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said, "This year, we are going to celebrate the fourth edition of the Tiranga campaign, for which more than 5 lakh youths have registered as volunteers. These youths will inspire people for the Tiranga campaign."
Addressing a press conference here today, Shekhawat said, "Har Ghar Tiranga is more than a campaign -- it is an emotional movement that unites 1.4 billion Indians under the timeless colours of our National Flag. It aims to in still patriotism, foster civic pride and spread awareness about the significance of the Tiranga as a living symbol of our democracy and independence."
The Ministry of Culture is the nodal Ministry for this campaign and is working in close collaboration with State Governments, Union Territories, educational institutions, community organisations, and the general public to ensure widespread participation. Citizens are encouraged to hoist the Tiranga at their homes, offices, and public spaces, and to share their celebrations through photographs and stories on social media using the hashtag #HarGharTiranga.