ITANAGAR : Governor Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd) on Tuesday presented the national flag to officials and staff of various departments attached to Lok Bhavan as part of the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.

The initiative, taken by the Governor, aims to encourage greater public participation in the Independence Day celebrations and reinforce the values represented by the Tricolour.

Presenting the flags, the Governor urged every official to become an ambassador of patriotism in their families and communities.

“As you take home the Tiranga today, carry with it the spirit of national unity, civic responsibility and pride in our great nation. Let every home display the flag and every heart uphold the ideals for which it stands,” he said.

Parnaik said the national flag was more than a symbol, representing the courage, sacrifice and determination of countless freedom fighters who secured the country’s independence. He encouraged families to proudly hoist the Tiranga and use the occasion to educate children and youth about its history, significance and the values of unity, integrity and service to the nation.

Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Har Ghar Tiranga initiative, the Governor said the campaign had evolved into a people’s movement, strengthening the emotional bond between citizens and the National Flag and nurturing a deeper sense of national pride.

He also urged citizens to display the Tiranga with dignity and in accordance with the flag code of India. The flag should occupy a position of honour and should neither touch the ground nor be used inappropriately as decoration or displayed in a damaged condition.

Advising Lok Bhavan officials on responsible stewardship of the national flag, the Governor said that after the celebrations, the flags should be carefully folded and respectfully preserved. Flags that become unserviceable should be disposed of in a dignified manner in accordance with the Flag Code of India.