Independence Day 2026: Check the rules for hoisting and lowering the national flag under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign..

The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' (Tiranga in Every Home) campaign has been launched nationwide under the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. As part of this campaign, people across the country can hoist the national flag at their homes, take a selfie with it, and upload the photo by clicking the 'UPLOAD SELFIE' link on the official website, harghartiranga.com. Upon doing so, you will be issued a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign certificate.

**Check the rules for hoisting and lowering the flag to avoid disrespecting the national flag**
It is crucial to understand the guidelines to ensure our national flag—the Tiranga—is not disrespected. The Government of India has outlined specific rules regarding the hoisting and lowering of the national flag under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, which must be followed.

**Rules for hoisting the national flag (Tiranga)**
Before hoisting the flag, ensure it is neither torn nor dirty.
The Tiranga must be accorded due respect and dignity whenever it is hoisted.
Ensure the flag is clearly visible to everyone at the location.
If the flag is being hoisted on a stage, the speaker should face the audience, and the flag should be positioned to their right.
If another flag is displayed alongside the Tiranga, it must be positioned below the Tiranga.
The Tiranga must not touch the ground in any way.
The Ashoka Chakra must be located exactly in the center of the flag on the white band and must feature 24 spokes.

**Rules for lowering the national flag**
First, lay the national flag out horizontally.
Fold the saffron and green bands underneath the central white band.

Fold the white band in such a way that only the Ashoka Chakra remains visible alongside the saffron and green bands.
Place the folded flag on your palms or hands and store it in a safe place. It is important to be familiar with the Flag Code of India. The Flag Code of India came into effect on January 26, 2002. It introduced various rules to ensure that the Tricolour is not disrespected in any way. According to these regulations, the flag used for hoisting must be rectangular, with a length-to-width ratio of 3:2. The flag must not bear any inscriptions or writing. Furthermore, a flag that is damaged or torn should not be used.

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