Agartala ( Tripura ) [India], November 7 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday participated in an event in Agartala celebrating 150 years of India's national song, 'Vande Mataram'.

Saha said the song, composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, is a symbol of the country's unity and integrity, with programs held across India to mark the anniversary.

Speaking to ANI, Manik Saha said, "...Vande Mataram, which was composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, is completing 150 years...Several programs were held across the entire country, including our state...PM also gave a message to the country. This is a mantra for us, for the integrity of the country..."

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the year-long commemoration of the National Song "Vande Mataram"

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