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Title: The World's Largest Khadi Tricolor Displayed in the Rann: The Saga of a Self-Reliant ‘New India’
Press Release Number:
10/02/2026
Description:
The white Rann of Kutch—where you see horizon of earth and sky—has become not only a natural miracle but also a living symbol of the changing self-confidence of the new India. Amidst this vast spread, a grand and divine display of the world’s largest iconic Khadi tricolor was recently held on the occasion of Republic Day. This was not just an event, but a powerful public manifestation of indigenous tradition, national resolve, and contemporary India’s growth vision under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji
This amazing, incredible, and unbelievable spectacle was witnessed by the country’s artisans, armed force personals and citizens. It also created a new record in itself that millions of Khadi artisans across the country created history by saluting the national flag through video messages. This moment emphasizes that nation-building is not the effort of a single institution or class, but the result of collective determination. This tricolor is not merely an extension of cloth, but an extension of thought. Khadi, once called the soul of the freedom movement, is today being redefined as the energy of a self-reliant India. Mahatma Gandhi’s statement—“Khadi is a symbol of India’s economic independence and self-respect”—comes alive with a new meaning in contemporary India
This amazing, incredible, and unbelievable spectacle was witnessed by the country’s artisans, armed force personals and citizens. It also created a new record in itself that millions of Khadi artisans across the country created history by saluting the national flag through video messages. This moment emphasizes that nation-building is not the effort of a single institution or class, but the result of collective determination. This tricolor is not merely an extension of cloth, but an extension of thought. Khadi, once called the soul of the freedom movement, is today being redefined as the energy of a self-reliant India. Mahatma Gandhi’s statement—“Khadi is a symbol of India’s economic independence and self-respect”—comes alive with a new meaning in contemporary India
Released Date:
10 Feb 2026
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