“The Tricolour is not merely a combination of three colours; it represents the self-respect, pride, and aspirations of 140 crore Indians,” CM Majhi said. The Chief Minister urged people to completely reject plastic flags and use only cloth flags to make this sacred national festival fully environment-friendly. Vibrant Grand Rally Echoes PatriotismThe launch featured a grand rally (padayatra) through the capital city, marked by high patriotic enthusiasm. Addressing the youth and ‘Gen-Z’, the Chief Minister warned against external influences, social media misuse, and substance abuse designed to mislead the younger generation. International-level sportspersons of Odisha including Pramod Bhagat, Anupama Swain, Sunil Pradhan, Rabi Kumar and Kamala Kanta Nayak were present and inspired the youth with patriotism and enthusiasm.