In 1950 (after India's independence), the first two verses of the song were declared the "national song" of the Republic of India, distinct from the national anthem of India, Jana Gana Mana.
Pada 1950 (setelah kemerdekaan India), dua versi pertama dari lagu tersebut diberi status "lagu nasional" Republik India, berbeda dengan lagu kebangsaan nasional India, Jana Gana Mana.