Flag Unfurled on Republic & hoisted on Independence Day-Why?

August 15 is India's 78th Independence Day celebration this year. Everywhere in the nation, people commemorate this day with great fervor and enthusiasm. We honor the freedom fighters who gave their lives defending the independence of our country on this day. Additionally, cultural events and lectures are arranged in remembrance of the freedom warriors who gave their lives to secure India's independence. However, did you know that the indian flag is raised, not lowered, on this particular day? Although "flag hoisting" and "flag unfurling" are sometimes used interchangeably, they refer to two distinct methods of displaying the national flag.

Here's a look at the minor but important variations between the ways the indian national flag is shown on Independence Day and Republic Day.

The distinction between hoisting and unfolding the flag

The tricolor's placement during the two ceremonies is the key distinction. The prime minister hoists the flag on Independence Day, placing it at the base of the pole and raising it all the way to the top.The flag is rolled up or folded and fastened to the top of the pole on Republic Day. The President then unveils (unfurls) it, but he doesn't pull it up.

Why is the flag raised on Independence Day rather than unfolded?

The prime minister raises the flag from the base of the pole on Independence Day. On this day, raising the flag is typically done ceremoniously by a military or civilian honor guard as the national anthem plays. On Independence Day, the flag is raised to represent the birth of a new nation, patriotism, and liberation from colonial authority.

The President unfolds the flag on Republic Day, and it stays closed, knotted at the top of the flagpole. The President unfolds the flag without raising it. Republic Day commemorates the year 1950, when the indian Constitution was adopted. The flag is raised to symbolize the country's transition from colonial control to an independent, democratic republic and to reaffirm the nation's dedication to the values outlined in the Constitution.