India celebrates Independence Day every year on August 15, and hoisting the national flag is a key part of the celebration. Here are the important do’s and don’ts to keep in mind while hoisting the flag to show proper respect and honour.
Use the Official Flag: Always hoist the Indian National Flag that conforms the flag code of India. (AI generated image)
Clean Flag: Ensure that the flag is clean and not torn or damaged. (AI-generated image)
Flagpole Height: Use an appropriate and stable flagpole. (AI generated image)
Hoist Smoothly: Always raise the flag briskly and lower it slowly. (AI generated image)
Display Correctly: The saffron colour should always be on top when the flag is hoisted vertically or horizontally. (AI generated image)
Flag Salute: Stand at attention and face the flag during hoisting and lowering. (AI generated image)
Don’t Let the Flag Touch The Ground: Avoid any contact of the flag with the floor or ground. (AI generated image)
Don’t Fly the Flag In Adverse Weather: Avoid hoisting the flag in rain, storm, or strong winds. (AI generated image)
Don’t Place Anything On the Top of the Flag: Never place any object above or on the flag. (AI generated image)
Don’t Hoist it Lower than Other Flags: When flown with other flags, the Indian flag must be higher. (AI generated image)
