Follow 'correct script, diction' of national song, anthem: Centre
The Indian government has issued a directive to all states and union territories requiring strict adherence to the correct script and diction for the national song and anthem. The order mandates that the national song must be played first, followed by the national anthem, with no state-specific songs allowed in between.
Why it matters
The directive emphasizes national unity and standardized protocol for official state functions across India.
NEW DELHI: Govt has directed all states and UT administrations to strictly follow the "correct script and diction" while singing or playing the national song and national anthem.In a letter to state chief secretaries and UT administrators Thursday, the home ministry said when the state song is sung or played with the national song and anthem, both the national song and national anthem shall be sung or played.
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