New Delhi: Ahead of Independence Day, the Delhi government will procure around two lakh tricolours from self-help groups (SHGs) as part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, according to a statement issued by the chief minister’s office on Sunday.Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said more than 15 lakh national flags will be distributed across Delhi as part of the campaign.According to a statement issued by the chief minister’s office, SHGs across Delhi have been assigned an important role in the campaign to promote public participation, patriotism and national unity.Around two lakh national flags will be produced by eligible SHGs identified by the State Urban Livelihood Mission.Gupta said the government is committed to making the campaign a success through the participation of all sections of society while also creating opportunities for the economic empowerment of women-led groups.The government said all flags manufactured by SHGs will strictly adhere to the provisions of the Flag Code of India, 2002, along with subsequent amendments, the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, and prescribed technical standards.According to the CMO, the move is aimed at ensuring that every national flag reflects the dignity, honour and pride associated with the Tricolour.Besides sourcing flags from SHGs, the Delhi government will also procure tricolours from online marketplaces to ensure that the spirit of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign reaches every household in the city.(With PTI inputs)
