Bhubaneswar, Oct. 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 127th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, emphasized the enduring power of India's national song, Vande Mataram, as a symbol of patriotism and unity. He described patriotism as an emotion beyond words, with Vande Mataram giving tangible voice to that feeling.

Tracing its origins, PM Modi recalled that Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay composed the song in the 19th century to inspire a nation weakened by centuries of colonial rule. He highlighted how the song continues to evoke love for the motherland and a sense of duty as children of India. He also noted its first public rendition by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896.

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