[In Pics] Evolution of Indian Flag - How Tiranga Came To Being

Tripati Pal

The 1906 Indian flag, also known as the Calcutta Flag, was the first unofficial national flag of India.

One of the early unofficial flags of India, designed by Madam Bhikaji Cama and unfurled in Paris during the Indian independence movement.

This flag, used during the Home Rule Movement, featured the Union Jack in the top-left corner—symbolizing British rule—while also expressing India’s demand for self-governance.

This flag represented Hindu-Muslim unity, with the Charkha at the center symbolizing self-reliance and Swadeshi spirit.

This version was unfurled by Jawaharlal Nehru at the Lahore Session of 1929, marking the historic call for Purna Swaraj (Complete Independence).

Our current national flag, popularly known as the Tiranga, was adopted on July 22, 1947. It was designed by Pingali Venkayya.

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