Every year on Independence Day, we proudly watch the tricolor rise— fluttering in the wind, full of meaning, hope, and unity. It’s more than just a piece of cloth; it’s the soul of our nation stitched together in saffron, white, and green.

But have you ever wondered who designed this iconic symbol of India’s identity?
Meet Pingali Venkayya— a freedom fighter, a visionary, and the brilliant mind behind our national flag. His story isn’t found in every textbook, but it absolutely deserves to be known!

Born in a small village, with big dreams

Pingali was born on 2 August 1879 in the serene village of Pedakallipalli in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district. His early life was marked by curiosity and a quest for knowledge that led him to study at Cambridge University.