Officers and staff of the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, joined Branch Secretariats and attached offices for a mass singing of Vande Mataram on 7 November 2025. The gathering at Shastri Bhawan began with a short reflection on the song’s place in India’s freedom movement before participants rendered the anthem together at 10:00 AM.
Remarks from the Law Secretary
Law Secretary Dr. Anju Rathi Rana addressed those present with a special message highlighting the values embodied by the song. She urged participants to uphold harmony, integrity and a shared sense of purpose as expressions of the spirit behind Vande Mataram.
Purpose and public service significance
The event was organised as part of a nationwide commemoration marking 150 years of the national song. Through the collective rendition, the Department conveyed its commitment to national initiatives that celebrate cultural identity and to strengthening the collective spirit of public service while embracing diversity.
Event setting and participation
The morning at Shastri Bhawan combined reflection with a simple, unified performance. Officers and officials gathered to sing in unison, offering a measured and heartfelt tribute to a composition that has inspired generations and remains woven into the national consciousness.
Continuity of civic traditions
The mass singing formed part of a wider observance across government offices, reflecting a shared recognition of the song’s historical role and its continuing symbolic importance for public institutions and citizens alike.