The country is about to celebrate its Independence Day on August 15. But do you know why the Tricolor is hoisted only at the Red Fort and not at any other building? Let’s find out.
Independence Day: 15th August is about to come, and people are ready to celebrate the day with full zeal and patriotic fervour. Independence Day is not just a day but it’s an emotion for every Indian. It is the result of numerous sacrifices. When the Prime Minister of the country hoists the flag at the Red Fort, every Indian, whether they are living abroad, gets emotional, remembering the sacrifices that people made for the independence of the country from British rule. But do you know why the Tricolour is hoisted only at the Red Fort and not at any other Mughal buildings like the Taj Mahal or Fatehpur Sikri? Let us know the reason behind this.
The Red Fort
The Red Fort was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a symbol of his power and grandeur. The fort was the centre of power and served as the capital of the Mughal Empire until 1857. Because of this, the Red Fort became a crucial part of Indian history. When the British came to power and captured the fort, they hoisted their flag on it.
The Jawahar Lal Nehru Angle
India became independent on August 15, 1947. The people of the country, who were facing the brutality of Britishers, filled with joy and hugged each other. Jawahar Lal Nehru became the first Prime Minister of India. He hoisted the tricolor flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort for the first time, removing the British flag. This was not jut a flag hoisting but it was a gesture to express the feeling of every Indian. The flag hoisting was seen as establishing it as the centre of power. Since then, this tradition continues on every Independence Day.
The Red Fort – A Symbol Of National Pride
The Red Fort’s history and its location make it different from other Mughal architectures and monuments. Its location also played a crucial part and gives a message of power and grandeur. The fort has seen several struggles of freedom fighters for the motherland. Red Fort not only has historical importance, but its huge ramparts and Diwan-e-Aam make it suitable for national ceremonies. The Red Fort is not just a building, but a symbol of India’s independence and pride.
