Respect National Flag - Hindu Janajagruti Samiti

Respect Our National Flag

Our Flag. Our Pride. Our Responsibility.

Let us honour it by strictly adhering to the Flag Code of India.

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Campaign Impact

Ban on Plastic Flags

21+ Years

Of Awareness

Understanding Flag Code & Protocols

Why This Campaign Matters

Disrespect to the National Flag is often unintentional. Learn the protocols to uphold our nation’s honour.

Plastic Flags

Plastic flags do not decompose and lie discarded in gutters, roads, and garbage dumps for months.

Correct Action: Use cloth or paper flags and preserve them respectfully.

Flag on Clothes

Printing the National Flag on clothes and footwear violates the law as it gets soiled and stepped on.

Correct Action: Never wear the Flag as clothing or print it on footwear.

Flag on Face Masks

Wearing masks with the National Flag leads to contamination by saliva and coughing leading to dishonour of our national symbol.

Correct Action: Do not print or wear face masks featuring the National Flag.

Flag on Cake & Food

Slicing and eating cakes shaped or decorated like the National Flag shows severe disrespect to our sacred symbol.

Correct Action: Do not depict the National Flag on cakes or food items.

Flag on Vehicles

Displaying the National flag on private cars and motorbikes is a violation of the Flag Code of India.

Correct Action: Do not display the National Flag on private vehicles.

Flag Painted on Face

Painting the Flag on the face exposes our national symbol to sweat and washing it down into drains.

Correct Action: Do not paint or draw the Flag on the face or body parts.

Pledge to Respect the National Flag

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I solemnly pledge to honour, respect, and protect the Indian National Flag at all times. I will strictly uphold the Flag Code of India, say no to plastic flags, prevent its misuse, and inspire others to maintain the dignity of our Tiranga.

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Campaign On Ground

HJS in Action

Hindu Janajagruti Samiti’s nationwide on-ground initiatives to uphold the dignity of the National Flag

Flag Code Awareness Lectures

Flag Collection Drive

Awareness Drives for Shopkeepers

Krantigatha Flex Exhibition

Memorandum to Authorities

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Flag Code Awareness Lecture

Guidance on protocols to uphold the dignity of the National Flag.

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Krantigatha flex exhibition

Inspiring visual displays showcasing the life stories of our freedom fighters.

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our tiranga, our pride

Why Respecting the National Flag is Important

Beyond being a sacred piece of cloth, the Tricolor embodies the spirit, honor, and sacrifice of India.

Real Actions. Real Change.

How the Campaign made a Difference

21 Years of Relentless Efforts through Awareness Drives, Government Advocacy, and Legal Action

Legal victory

A High Court order, driven by our 2011 PIL, legally mandated authorities to stop plastic flag sales.

State-level action

Various state govts issued official circulars strictly banning the use and sale of plastic flags.

Manufacturing halted

New national regulations officially banned the production of plastic flags.

Community action

Many civic groups deploy special collection boxes on the streets for the collection and dignified disposal of used flags.

Legal victory

A High Court order, driven by our 2011 PIL, legally mandated authorities to stop plastic flag sales.

State-level action

Various state govts issued official circulars strictly banning the use and sale of plastic flags.

Manufacturing halted

New national regulations officially banned the production of plastic flags.

Community action

Many civic groups deploy special collection boxes on the streets for the collection and dignified disposal of used flags.

Campaign Downloads

Campaign Resources

Download official campaign materials, educate yourself on Flag Code laws, and spread awareness.

Flag Code of India (Official Summary)

Clear guidelines on correct flag dimensions, proper hoisting, and respectful handling, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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Campaign Awareness Pamphlet (Hindi)

Printable pamphlet detailing Dos and Don’ts for Independence Day and Republic Day celebrations to uphold dignity of the National Flag.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Flag Code & Campaign FAQ

Get clear answers to common queries regarding flag hoisting, night display, legal rules, and reporting.

The Flag Code of India (2002) is the official set of rules and guidelines that governs how the National Flag should be used, hoisted, and displayed. It combines all relevant laws and instructions to ensure that the Tiranga is always shown proper respect and dignity by every citizen and organisation.

Absolutely. Every citizen, private business, or educational institution has the right to hoist or display the National Flag on any day, as long as it is done with dignity and follows the Flag Code rules.

Yes. Under the revised Flag Code of India, the National Flag can be displayed in the open or on private homes day and night, provided it is flown on a tall flagpole and is well lit during the night.

Yes, plastic flags are legally prohibited. Under the Flag Code of India, only specified fabrics (cotton, polyester, wool, silk, khadi) or paper are permitted materials.
Plastic flags fall under the national ban on single-use plastics because they cannot be disposed of with the required dignity and decorum.

The National Flag can be made of hand-spun, hand-woven, or machine-made cotton, polyester, wool, silk, or khadi bunting. Paper flags are also permitted for public events, but they must not be discarded on the ground after use.

As per the Flag Code of India, the National Flag shall be rectangular in shape. The Flag can be of any size, but the ratio of the length to the height (width) of the National Flag must be 3:2.

A damaged, faded, or torn Flag must not be cast aside or thrown in the bin. It must be destroyed in its entirety, in private, preferably by dignified burning or burying in accordance with the Flag Code, maintaining full respect for its honour.

Under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, disrespect includes allowing the Flag to touch the ground, floor, or trail in water; using it as a prop, drapery, costume, or uniform component; printing or inscribing any text, logo, or design directly onto it; using it for commercial advertisements or packaging; or flying a damaged, torn, or crumpled Flag.

Respecting the Tiranga is a collective duty. If you witness improper display, commercial misuse, or desecration of the National Flag (whether offline or on digital platforms), you can lodge a complaint directly with your local police authority or district magistrate’s office under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.