Mysore/Mysuru, Nov. 8 -- The 150th anniversary of the National Song 'Vande Mataram' was commemorated with great enthusiasm at the Mysuru Division of South Western Railway (SWR) on Nov. 7.

Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Mudit Mittal, along with Additional Divisional Railway Manager Shammas Hameed, officers and staff, participated in the mass singing of 'Vande Mataram' marking the beginning of a historic year of celebrations.

On this occasion, Y.M. Puttannaiah, a renowned harmonium player, was felicitated by the DRM for his contribution to Indian classical music and promotion of patriotic compositions.

The commemoration was also observed across all Offices and Stations of the Mysuru Division, where officers and staff joined in the mass...