New Delhi: The Constitution of India came into force on 26 January 1950, making the country a republic. Since then, Republic Day, one of the national festivals of India, is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm throughout the country.
The COVID-19 pandemic may have limited celebrations, but that cannot dampen the patriotic spirit of an Indian. Infused with patriotic fervor, some mythological songs help ignite the inner fire by reminding people of the importance of a free and democratic country.
Here are some songs that help in maintaining the patriotic spirit:
1. ‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’
AR Rahman’s iconic song from the 1997 hit album ‘Vande Mataram’ excels at igniting that patriotic fire even decades after its release. Music maestro Rahman has created the ultimate magic with the song, and its popularity testifies to this fact. Every time one hears the song, love and respect for one’s country and motherland comes to the fore.
‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’ has created a Guinness World Record for being the song sung in most languages.
2. ‘Rang De Basanti’
The perfect combination of a soulful song oozing with patriotic fervor, the title track ‘Rang De Basanti’ can surely elevate the Republic Day celebrations. Sung by popular singer Daler Mehndi and made popular by Aamir Khan’s energetic steps and crazy drama, the song is bound to make one fall in love with the rich culture of India.
The song has also been a favorite at Patriotic Day celebrations in schools and colleges.
3. ‘Des Rangila’
This song from Aamir Khan and Kajol starrer ‘Fanaa’ is a perfect song to beautifully describe the rich cultural heritage of India. Singer Mahalakshmi Iyer has given her melodious voice to the song and music is given by Jatin-Lalit. Shot at Delhi’s Rashtrapati Bhavan, the song has the perfect melody to make the audience swoon with the beauty of the country.
4. ‘Aisa Des Hai Mera’
This song from the romantic saga ‘Veer-Zaara’ takes patriotism to another level as one appreciates the beauty of the motherland. Sung by Udit Narayan and legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, the song is about the exemplary beauty of the country and the diverse cultures that are flourishing in the country. The slow melodious touch of the song enhances the effect of the song.
5. ‘Ae Watan Watan Mere Aabad Rahe Tu’
The popular song is by Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal Starrer ‘Raazi’ from 2018. The song strikes a patriotic melody in one’s heart with its pulsating lyrics. Written by veteran lyricist Gulzar and beautifully sung by Arijit Singh, this song is sure to make anyone emotional.
6. ‘Chak De India’
No Patriotic Day celebration is complete without this fiery song from Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Chak De India’ sung by Sukhwinder Singh. Filled with passion, this song ideally embodies the spirit that one feels to achieve small victories in life, which is a celebration. The song fills the heart with emotion.
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