Sudha Murty calls for teaching Vande Mataram in schools: How it benefits students

Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty urged making Vande Mataram compulsory in schools, highlighting its role in instilling courage, sacrifice, and a sense of belonging among students. Marking the song’s 150th anniversary, she emphasized its historical significance during India’s freedom struggle and noted that teaching national songs fosters values, civic consciousness, memory retention, and a lasting connection to the country’s cultural and moral heritage.