PM Narendra Modi hails Salim-Sulaiman's tribute to Indian Armed Forces in 'Mera Desh Hi Dharam' song!

To commemorate India's Independence Day, musical duo Salim and Sulaiman Merchant has dedicated a patriotic song to the jawans in the Indian army. Titled Mera Desh Hi Mera Dharam, the song  has been released today.

Talking about the idea behind the song Salim told ANI, "A few months back, we met Prime Minister Narendra Modi who suggested we should make a song for the country to celebrate the 70th Independence Day. We really liked the suggestion and decided to release the song on August 15."

"We dedicate the song to the jawans who happily sacrifice their lives for the sake of their nation. With this feeling and emotion, Sulaiman and I created this song. The lyrics that have been penned down by Sandeep Srivastava also express the same sentiment," he added.

Sulaiman, on the other hand, said, "It's been 70 years of Independence, and most of the songs are made for the country but it has never happened that a song has been made for the jawans. We are independent because of our army."

Appreciating their gesture, PM Narendra Modi took to his Twitter account and wrote, "Lovely rendition @salim_merchant Bhai and @Sulaiman Bhai. You convey a very strong message through the video. #MeraDeshHiDharam" 

Lovely rendition @salim_merchant Bhai and @Sulaiman Bhai. You convey a very strong message through the video. #MeraDeshHiDharam https://t.co/rEOjY9C2i2

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2017

Watch the song right here

(With inputs from ANI)