In the land of the Indus, the Ganga flows free and wild,

Where Vedas were bom, and Hindu myths smiled.. 

From Harappa's crumbling ruins to Mohenjo-Daro's grandeur, 

Mughal emperor's legacy in Taj Mahal's marble allure

The epic tales of Ramayana and Mahabharata's lasting cast

Galvanized India's nationalists to fight for freedoms cast 

But Gandhi's non-violent crusade, shook the throne

August 15, 1947, India's independence was sown 

From Partition's painful scars to Independence's triumphant delight,

Nehru's vision forged a modern nation's might,

With twenty-two languages, and sixteen hundred dialects spoken,

A symphony of tongues where stories are unbroken and hearts awoken, 

Where the Himalayas' towering presence commands awe and reverence,

The plateaus' scenic charm, deserts' mystique, and plains' lush essence.

In this land of spices, where fragrances fill the air,

Flavors of unity, like a rich curry, beyond compare, 

From spicy dosas to creamy kormas, a culinary delight, 

Savoring diversity, in every single bite.

From Dhoti sacred fold to burkhas modest grace 

Turban majestic wrap unites India's diverged face

Kerala's serene backwaters, to Rajasthan's desert gold

Tamil Nadu's ancient temples meet Varanasi's sacred ghats to unfold 

From Holi's exuberant celebrations to Diwali's triumphant splendor, 

Navratri's devotional fervor and Bihu's seasonal harmony blend. 

From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, diverse land entwine

In Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Christian, a unity shines

Vibrant India, empowering youth, drives progress forward strongly. 

SDGs guide India's progress, on a sustainable development journey lengthy

Al-powered dreams unfold, Digital India takes flight 

IT hubs expertise fuels space missions cosmic light

From silicon valley to London square 

Mangalyaan's success leaves the world aware...

From Saichens icy peaks to deserts burning sand 

India soldiers march, nation's safeguard in hand

From craftsmanship to innovation, India's goods shine bright 

International collaborations, driving growth and delight

With principles of secularism, socialism, and fraternity, it stands strong, 

Protecting individual rights, and promoting national integrity, all day long

Our Constitution, a beacon of justice and equality, guides the  nation's path,

Ensuring freedom, liberty, and democracy for all, forever to last.

Aryavarta's ancient wisdom, Hindustan's courageous might,

India, Bharat, or Hind-unity shines, nation's pride in sight.

~Laxmi Verma