Worship of Mother (Vande Mataram) Celebrates 150th Anniversary: Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan Participates in Youth Dialogue Program and Plants Trees with Youth from Seven States

On Wednesday, October 17, 2026, a special “Youth Dialogue Program” was organized to mark the historic occasion of completing 150 glorious years of the composition of the national song “Vande Mataram.” The event honored Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan as the chief guest, who shared his views on his exceptional love for the youth and his thoughts on patriotism. Youth delegations from seven different states were present at the occasion, and Shri Chouhan participated in tree planting with them, adding a spiritual and environmental dimension to the program.

At the beginning of the event, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan recalled the history of “Vande Mataram,” stating that the national song is not merely a song but the soul of the Indian independence struggle, which played a crucial role in uniting the nation. He viewed the 150-year celebration as the beginning of a new era, where the youth must not only promote their culture and traditions but also face modern challenges. Shri Chouhan explained that the objective of the Youth Dialogue Program is for the younger generation to build a harmonious society by sharing their experiences, difficulties, and dreams.

During the dialogue session, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan engaged in direct conversation with the youth from the seven states, with in-depth discussions on topics such as education, employment, health, and the environment. The youth presented the specific problems and potential of their regions, to which the chief guest responded encouragingly, inspiring them to play an active role in the country’s development. He stated that it is the youth who will give India recognition on the global stage.

In the most heart-touching moment of the program, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan planted trees alongside the youth from the seven states. This activity was carried out with the message of “Together with Nature, Together with Progress,” aiming to emphasize environmental conservation and the construction of a Green India. After the tree planting, he appealed to all the youth present to take responsibility for the environment.

At the end of the program, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan thanked all the youth present for the invaluable gift of the 150 years of “Vande Mataram” and advised them to remain loyal to the country. The program not only strengthened the sentiment of patriotism but also spread awareness among the youth regarding cooperation and environmental conservation. This dialogue and tree planting program, organized to make this historic day memorable, provided the younger generation with a new perspective on national service.