Songs That Make You Proud to Be Indian

2 Sep, 2025 Credit: Pexels

Maa Tujhe Salaam

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Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo

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Mere Desh Ki Dharti

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Vande Mataram

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Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera

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Rang De Basanti

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Ae Watan (Raazi)

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