Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik, along with Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, launched the statewide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign from the Golden Jubilee State Banquet Hall, Niti Vihar in Itanagar on Sunday.
The campaign also commemorates the August Kranti Diwas (Quit India Movement Day) of 1942.
On the occasion, the Governor, along with the Chief Minister, handed over the National Flag to youth and joined the participants in singing the Rashtriya Geet, Vande Mataram.
Staff artistes of the Department of Art and Culture presented patriotic items as part of the celebrations marking the fifth edition of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.
Addressing on the occasion, the Governor called upon every citizen to proudly hoist the National Flag and actively participate in the campaign, describing it as a people’s movement that rekindles patriotism and strengthens emotional integration.
He said that as India marches towards the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat@2047’, patriotism must be reflected in words also in responsible actions, including respect for the Constitution, protection of public property, environmental stewardship, and dedicated service to society and the nation.
The Governor, who recited a poem by him on patriotism of people of Arunachal Pradesh, highlighted the profound significance of the Tiranga, stating that it is the living symbol of India’s unity, sacrifice, aspirations and democratic values.
He explained that the saffron colour represents courage and selfless service, white signifies peace, harmony and truth, green symbolizes prosperity and harmony with nature, while the Ashoka Chakra inspires continuous progress guided by justice and righteousness.
Recalling the historic importance of August 9, the Governor noted that on this day in 1942, Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement with the clarion call of ‘Do or Die’, inspiring millions of Indians to unite against colonial rule. He said the National Flag emerged as a powerful symbol of freedom, resilience and collective national purpose during the freedom struggle.
Emphasising the role of Arunachal Pradesh as the sentinel of India’s eastern frontier, the Governor said that the people of the State have always demonstrated exemplary patriotism and dedication to safeguarding national unity and integrity.
He urged schools, colleges, youth organisations, self-help groups and community institutions to organise activities that promote patriotism, national awareness and civic responsibility.
The Governor also underscored the importance of strengthening emotional integration through dialogue and communication.
