Madras Sappers Military Band to Celebrate 150 Years of Vande Mataram at Lalbagh
January 21, 2026
The Madras Sappers military band will perform stirring martial music at Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bengaluru on January 25 at 4 p.m. This event marks 150 years of Vande Mataram. The Madras Sappers are one of the oldest and most respected regiments in the Indian Army, with a 245-year history of courage, discipline, and selfless service. The Ministry of Defence said, "The military band, renowned for precision and patriotic fervour, will bring alive the spirit of Vande Mataram through powerful musical renditions that inspire unity, valour and national pride." This special event aims to connect people with India’s rich military history while honoring a song that sparked the freedom movement and continues to inspire generations.
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Vande Mataram
Madras Sappers
Military Band
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Bengaluru
Indian army
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