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In the latest guidelines issued regarding ‘Vande Mataram’, the Union Home Ministry said that whenever the official version of the National Song is sung or played, the audience shall stand to attention.
In addition to this, it has also been stated that when the National Song and the National Anthem are sung, the National Song will be sung first.
‘Vande Mataram’ will also be played at civilian awards ceremonies, like the Padma awards, and all other events attended by the President, i.e., during their arrival and departure.
On all occasions when the National Song is sung, the official version shall be recited accompanied by mass singing.
