Vande Mataram Now Plays First at India Matches | Dubai News

For the first time ever, India’s historic national song “Vande Mataram” rang out before the national anthem at an international cricket match — a bold new tradition now set to become standard for all home series. Played ahead of “Jana Gana Mana” during the India vs Afghanistan T20 in New Delhi, this moment marks a symbolic shift honoring the 150th anniversary of the freedom-era anthem, penned by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. Backed by a recent parliamentary amendment that legally protects the song from disruption, the move underscores a nationwide push to elevate its reverence. Meanwhile, India powered to a commanding seven-wicket win, led by Abhishek Sharma’s half-century, seizing a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/first-time-ever-vande-mataram-played-before-national-anthem-at-india-afghanistan-t20i-1.500673402 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2910ee9e1c85801f Report issues to [email protected].