Can the tricolor be hoisted on the roof at night? Know the rules related to it
There are strict rules under the Indian Flag Code, 2002, and the Prevention of Insults to National Pride Act, 1971, regarding hoisting the tricolor. There is also a provision for punishment for violating the rule. Know the rules before hoisting the tricolor.
Only a few days are left for 15 August 2025 i.e. Independence Day (Independence Day 2024). On this national festival, people across the country show their patriotic enthusiasm by hoisting the tricolor, but do you know that there are strict rules under the Indian Flag Code, 2002 and the Prevention of Insults to National Pride Act, 1971 for hoisting the tricolor? Especially people have many questions in their minds about hoisting the tricolor at night. Let us know whether the tricolor can be hoisted on the roof at night? If yes, then what are its rules.
Rules for hoisting the tricolor at night
After the amendment in the Indian Flag Code 2002 in 2022, citizens have been allowed to hoist the tricolor at night. Earlier the rule was that the tricolor could be hoisted only from sunrise to sunset. It is worth noting here that there should be proper lighting arrangements for hoisting the tricolor at night, so that the flag is clearly visible and its dignity is maintained.
Other rules for hoisting the tricolor
The tricolor should always be hoisted with saffron color above and green color below. Flying it upside down is considered an insult.
The flag should not be torn, dirty, or faded.
It is neither placed on the ground nor bent
The tricolor should always be kept higher than other flags.
While hoisting the tricolor on the roof, it should be kept in mind that it is in a respectable place and can flutter freely in the wind.
The tricolor cannot be used as decoration, curtain, or cloth.
Apart from this the flag should not be dipped in water.
