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Source: The post is based on the article “PM asks the citizens to participate in Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign” published in PIB on 2nd September 2023
What is the News?
The Prime Minister has asked the citizens to participate in the Meri Mati Mera Desh campaign.
What is the Meri Mati Mera Desh campaign?
The Meri Mati Mera Desh campaign is being organized nationwide as the closing program of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav festivities.
The campaign is a tribute to the Veers and Veeranganas who have made the supreme sacrifice for the country.
The campaign comprises of many activities such as:
Dedication of Shilaphalakam (Memorial): A memorial will be built on which the names of the bravehearts shall be inscribed.
– These shall include freedom fighters, defense personnel, personnel of Central Armed Police Forces and State Police who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
– The memorial shall be erected locally within Panchayats/Villages as well as urban sites—likely near Amrit Sarovars or local schools or other prominent locations.
‘Panch Pran’ Pledge: At the memorial site, people will take a solemn pledge covering Panch Pran affirming their commitment to the country.
– The pledge is: 1) Make India developed and self-reliant by 2047 2) Remove any trace of colonial mindset 3) Celebrate our heritage 4) Strengthen unity and respect those who protect the country and 5) Perform the duties of a citizen.
Vasudha Vandhan: Panchayats/villages/urban local bodies will replenish Mother Earth by planting 75 saplings of indigenous species and develop the ‘Amrit Vatika’.
Veeron Ka Vandan: Felicitation ceremonies shall be held for honouring the freedom fighters and the families of deceased freedom fighters.
These ceremonies shall also honour retired personnel from Defence, CAPF and State Police and the families of the bravehearts of these forces who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
Rashtragaan: Hoisting of the National Flag and singing of Rashtragaan shall be undertaken at the sites.
