Melodies of Independence!

Patriotic songs have always inculcated a feeling of unity and devotion among listeners. Over the decades,  many composers have penned lyrics and weaved music with the sole aim of  stirring nation loving sentiments in their audience.

With India celebrating Independence Day on August 15th, below is a small list consisting of the best non-film patriotic songs of all time. These are songs that depict the identity of India, a pride in what it stands for, and a resolve to protect its integrity and independence at any cost.

1. Maa Tujhe Salaam
Composer: A. R. RahmanSinger(s): A. R. Rahman

2. Miley Sur Mera Tumhara
Composer: Ashok Patki & Louis BanksSinger(s): Chorus

3. Ehsaas Thoda To Jagaye [Vande Mataram]Composer: Ravi ShankarSinger(s): Lata Mangeshkar & Chorus

4. Tiranga
Composer: VK DograSinger(s): VK Dogra & Chorus

5. Jana Gana
Composer : Rabindranath TagoreSinger(s) : Chorus

6. Aye Mere Vatan Ke Logo
Composer: C. RamchandraSinger(s): Lata Mangeshkar

7. Qadam Qadam Badhaye Ja
Composer: Ram Singh ThakurSinger(s): Lata Mangeshkar

8. Saare Jahan Se AchchaComposer: Ravi ShankarSinger(s): Lata Mangeshkar