As on every 26th January, we are full of patriotism and enthusiasm as we watch the Republic Day parade. Everywhere we look, we see the Triranga flying high. On all the social medium there is a flood of patriotic messages on what our national anthem means, respecting soldiers who fought for our country and various other messages uplifting our spirit for our country. And yes we truly have the love for our country so this is the day we celebrate with the full spirit.
But what happens on 27th January? I recently had an experience that I would like to share with everyone.
While waiting for the train to arrive, I went and picked up some chat served on a piece of paper from a stall on the station. On finishing it I was about to throw it in the bin when I noticed something familiar written on it.
To my great surprise, it was our National Anthem. A thought came to my mind that when there is a protocol to dispose the National Flag respectfully is there not something for the National Anthem? If anyone of you knows more on this, I would like to learn.
National Anthem is our pride and it signifies India and its people. It conveys the spirit of pluralism or in the more popular term the concept of 'Unity in Diversity', which lies at the core of India's cultural heritage. It was one of the first thing that was established when Indian had achieved freedom.
I was not able to throw it in the bin but kept it with me, felt it needed more dignity than was being offered.
In my opinion, it's not enough to be patriotic for just 2 days a year(i.e 26th January and 15th August). It is also on the remaining days that we should respect elements of our great nation. Similar to the National flag, the National anthem also is the symbol of the Nation's respect and pride. As responsible citizens, we should not be throwing away the papers (from our books) on which national anthem is written or printed so carelessly, which further can be unceremoniously dumped by anyone unknowingly in the dustbin or throw anywhere. I am not aware of any official way to dispose National Anthem in written form but maybe we can do the same that we do for our National Flag.
The patriotism towards the country is earned by showing same respect towards our national symbol - respect given to the national symbols means giving respect to our own country. It represents our attitude towards our country. The National Anthem is the representation of a country's identity and its culture. It's the lyrics on which we stand head high as when its played in theaters before movies or after the win of the medal in the name of the country at any of the international event.
Our national symbols deserve much better treatment than this. It needs to be respected.
What I experienced was unintentional, maybe carelessness! Now that we accept and realize why not initiate? If we don't then who will? Love India.
But what happens on 27th January? I recently had an experience that I would like to share with everyone.
While waiting for the train to arrive, I went and picked up some chat served on a piece of paper from a stall on the station. On finishing it I was about to throw it in the bin when I noticed something familiar written on it.
To my great surprise, it was our National Anthem. A thought came to my mind that when there is a protocol to dispose the National Flag respectfully is there not something for the National Anthem? If anyone of you knows more on this, I would like to learn.
National Anthem is our pride and it signifies India and its people. It conveys the spirit of pluralism or in the more popular term the concept of 'Unity in Diversity', which lies at the core of India's cultural heritage. It was one of the first thing that was established when Indian had achieved freedom.
I was not able to throw it in the bin but kept it with me, felt it needed more dignity than was being offered.
In my opinion, it's not enough to be patriotic for just 2 days a year(i.e 26th January and 15th August). It is also on the remaining days that we should respect elements of our great nation. Similar to the National flag, the National anthem also is the symbol of the Nation's respect and pride. As responsible citizens, we should not be throwing away the papers (from our books) on which national anthem is written or printed so carelessly, which further can be unceremoniously dumped by anyone unknowingly in the dustbin or throw anywhere. I am not aware of any official way to dispose National Anthem in written form but maybe we can do the same that we do for our National Flag.
The patriotism towards the country is earned by showing same respect towards our national symbol - respect given to the national symbols means giving respect to our own country. It represents our attitude towards our country. The National Anthem is the representation of a country's identity and its culture. It's the lyrics on which we stand head high as when its played in theaters before movies or after the win of the medal in the name of the country at any of the international event.
Our national symbols deserve much better treatment than this. It needs to be respected.
What I experienced was unintentional, maybe carelessness! Now that we accept and realize why not initiate? If we don't then who will? Love India.
