For the first time, Vande Mataram will be sung from the Red Fort as India marks its 80th Independence Day. With Gen Z and young achievers taking centre stage, this year's celebrations will have a distinctly youth-focused theme.

Vande Mataram to echo from Red Fort for first time as Gen Z takes centre stage on Independence Day

The Indian flag's colours carry deep symbolism. From saffron to white and green, all three colours signify India's values, traditions and culture. Let's have a look at what these colours mean for our nation.

Indian flag colours explained: What saffron, white, green and chakra signify

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Vande Mataram to echo from Red Fort for first time as Gen Z takes centre stage on Independence Day

Indian flag colours explained: What saffron, white, green and chakra signify