Atlanta, Georgia

Thursday, 29 Jan, 2026
Celebrating the ‘indomitable spirit’ of India on its 77th Republic Day, the Consul General of India in Atlanta, Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan along with officers and staff of the Consulate, members of the Indian diaspora, and friends of India, gathered to ceremonially unfurl the Tiranga and mark the historic occasion with solemnity, tradition, and national pride. (Photo courtesy: India in USA/Facebook)


(Photo courtesy: India in USA/Facebook)  

To commemorate 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram (a powerful symbol of India’s unity and freedom struggle), a special exhibition was held at the Indian Consulate in Atlanta, Georgia as part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations. The exhibition traced the song’s historic journey and its enduring message of devotion to the Motherland, honoring its cultural and emotional significance to Indians around the world.