New Delhi, Jan. 25 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday emphasised the legacy of 'Vande Mataram,' saying the national song is a prayer to "divine form of Bharat Mata" and "instils patriotism" in every Indian.

In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, President Murmu also highlighted various translations of the national song, originally composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, that were vital in shaping India's freedom struggle.

"Since 7th November last year, celebrations marking 150 years of the composition of our national song 'Vande Mataram' are also being organised. This song, which is a prayer to the divine form of Bharat Mata, instils patriotism in every Indian," she said.

"The great nationalist poet Subr...