The SURYAPATH TIRANGA Global Relay is live, marking a unique global celebration of India’s Independence Day as the Tiranga travels across the world following the path of the rising sun.
The Suryapath Tiranga journey began at 1:30 AM in Suva, as the Tiranga was hoisted at the first point of the relay. From Fiji, the symbolic journey followed the path of the rising sun, moving westward across New Zealand, Australia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia,
Thailand and Myanmar. Culture Ministry said in a statement that at every mission and post, the National Flag was hoisted, creating a continuous visual relay of the Tiranga across time zones and continents. By 8 AM this morning, the journey had reached Bangladesh, followed by Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, carrying the message of India’s pride and unity across the region.
The relay continued westward through Uzbekistan and Oman, reaching the United Arab Emirates at 9:45 AM and finally Qatar at 10:30 AM IST. In just nine hours, the Tiranga travelled symbolically from the earliest light of day in the Pacific to West Asia, connecting 21 countries and missions and posts through one shared national symbol.
Reflecting upon this special initiative under Har Ghar Tiranga, Randhir Jaiswal, Additional Secretary in External Affairs Ministry said the Surya Path Tiranga campaign is a unique way to celebrate nation’s freedom across the world. He added that the enthusiasm and participation from Indian Embassies, Consulates and people everywhere have made this a very special journey
