This Republic Day, a food delivery took an unexpected and heartwarming turn. A Twitter user named Naina received a package through the online delivery platform, Magicpin, that was more than just her usual order. The box wasn’t just filled with food but with a powerful message: "In case you've forgotten who you are," along with a neatly folded Indian flag.

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This Republic Day, something special happened 😅

A customer received an unexpected food delivery - a box labeled ‘In case you’ve forgotten who you are’ with the Indian flag inside. 🇮🇳

At a time when so many young Indians are choosing to leave the country or losing touch with… https://t.co/GCg0LNvYwG
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— Times Algebra (@TimesAlgebraIND) January 26, 2025

Naina shared her surprise and appreciation on Twitter, her post going viral with the hashtags #RepublicDay and #HarGharTiranga. In a time when many young Indians are choosing to move abroad for work or studies, and potentially lose touch with their cultural roots, this gesture resonated deeply.

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The message "In case you've forgotten who you are" comes at a particularly important time. Millions of Indians, especially younger generations, are seeking opportunities beyond the nation’s borders. While this pursuit of a better life is completely understandable, it often leads to a sense of detachment from their homeland.

The post by Naina sparked various reactions. Some people praised Magicpin for their initiative. They felt that the company's gesture was a positive step in reminding the youth about their national identity. One netizen, @pssaran007, pointed out that Indian youth are seemingly drifting away from their culture and religion for the sake of money, and that such initiatives deserve appreciation. They believe it is important to acknowledge our roots to see India rise high during this period of transition, as echoed by user @NotChilllGuy.

Indian youth are forgetting their country and religion in pursuit of money, this company should be praised, it has taken a good initiative pic.twitter.com/6IZ2k2XUg4
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— प व न सिंह सारण (@pssaran007) January 26, 2025

Nice reminder, definitely India gonna rise high. We are in transition phase so we need to go thru few hardships to see the better future. Happy Republic day 🇮🇳
— 𝕏 (@NotChilllGuy) January 26, 2025

Not all reactions were positive. Some, like @lettfree, expressed concern that such flags might be discarded later, questioning the true sentiment behind the gesture. This highlights a broader discussion on the nature of patriotism and how it is expressed. Despite some scepticism, most agreed that it was a good effort.

Pls don't buy/gift this flag , mostly they will throw in the evening or tmrw
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— Prism (@lettfree) January 26, 2025

The delivery also raises the question of the Indian flag’s significance to each individual. For some, it's a symbol of pride, freedom, and the sacrifices made by their forefathers. For others, especially those living away from India, it serves as a nostalgic reminder of home.