The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has said that Companies can spend their CSR funds for activities related to the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.
“Spending of CSR funds for the activities related to this campaign such as mass scale production and supply of the national flag, outreach and amplification efforts and other related activities are eligible CSR activities,” the circular said, noting that companies can undertake these activities subject to fulfilling the Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014 and related circulars/ clarifications issued by the ministry.
The campaign is aimed at invoking a feeling of patriotism in people, and awareness about the Indian flag. Held under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, it encourages people to bring home the national flag and hoist it to mark the 75th year of India’s independence.