India, July 20 -- The Delhi government will source around 2 lakh tricolours from self-help groups (SHGs) for distribution under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign ahead of Independence Day, according to a statement issued by the chief minister's office on Sunday. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said more than 15 lakh national flags will be distributed across Delhi as part of the campaign. To promote public participation, patriotism and national unity, SHGs across Delhi have been given an important role in the campaign. Around 2 lakh national flags will be produced through eligible SHGs identified by the State Urban Livelihood Mission, she said.
Gupta said the Delhi government is committed to making the campaign a success through the involvement of every section of society while also creating opportunities for the economic empowerment of SHGs. The government said all flags produced by the SHGs would strictly comply with the Flag Code of India, 2002, its amendments issued from time to time, the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, and the prescribed technical standards. This is to ensure that every national flag reflects the dignity, honour and national pride associated with the Tricolour, the CMO said. The government will also procure national flags from online marketplaces to ensure that the spirit of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign reaches every household in Delhi, it added.
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