Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed that the party should take out Tiranga Yatras across the country to evoke “nationalism and patriotism”. On 15th August, 70th anniversary of India's Independence, all BJP MLAs, MPs, office bearers and other active members would go out in their respective influence zones in different parts of the country holding the Tricolour perched atop an eight feet long bamboo stick.
The BJP leaders would pay homage to the "sung and unsung" freedom fighters and in the process connect with the people of the region. The idea comes in the aftermath of the ongoing turmoil in Kashmir has disturbing implications, IS and some other terror outfits have gained toehold, Maoist violence after a brief lull is rearing its head again and the JNU incident is still fresh in memory.
The yatras will be held for a week, starting Independence Day. “He said MPs and MLAs should set out on bikes carrying the Tricolour, which should be at least 8 feet high, so that it evokes feelings of patriotism and nationalism among people, especially the youth. He specifically told us that we should also wear a helmet, which too should preferably have the Tricolour on it,” a BJP MP said.
"The MPs were asked to hold a yatra in their constituencies carrying an eight-foot tall flag. He also told them to convey to the people about 70 achievements of the government," said a source.
"During the meeting, a discussion was held on the 70th Independence Day celebrations," Information and Broadcasting Minister Venkaiah Naidu said. "The government has worked out the programme scheduled to be organised on the day and it will be finalised only after consultations with BJP President Amit Shah and others," Naidu added.
BJP Yuva Morcha president and MP Anurag Thakur said, "We celebrate Independence Day with full pride and enthusiasm. Every Indian wants to hoist the nation's flag and sustain its pride. This year, we will take out processions across the nation with our Indian flag as it is not just a cloth, but has immense power which unites 125 crore Indians.”
By Premji
