SBI General Insurance pays tribute to India's growth journey in new film
SBI General Insurance
, one of India's general insurance company, takes patriotism a step further with the launch of #
TributeToIndia
, a sonic tribute that celebrates India's extraordinary journey from 1947 to the present day.
The campaign creates a fresh rendition of India's
national anthem
using iconic sounds from India's independence to digital era created in collaboration with music composer
Sneha Khanwalkar
.
The film captures the vibrant spirit of India, showcasing its dynamic infrastructure and relentless growth, accompanied by sounds that have defined each era of India's growth.
From the nostalgic whistle of steam engines and melodic chirping of native birds to the clatter of industrial tools, clack of typewriters, the beeps of keypad phones, the chimes of early video games, and the modern rhythm of smartphone notifications and UPI transaction alerts, the campaign creates a mosaic of India's development.
The visuals blend archival footage with vibrant images, culminating in a crescendo that symbolises the resilient, ever-evolving India of today.
Rathin Lahiri, head marketing and CSR at SBI General Insurance said, 'India's success story is unique and best told through its people and their progress. We have captured the unique sounds that have been a part of our lives: the sound of the radio, school bell, typewriter, phone, trains, mobile, taxi meter, UPI and more to create a unique rendition of the National Anthem.'
'As a brand that stands for protection and trust (Suraksha aur Bharosa) #TributeToIndia is our salute to our country, and our fellow Indians,' Lahiri added.
The #TributeToIndia campaign will roll out across
digital platforms
, offering every Indian a new way to engage with our national anthem, not just as a symbol of pride, but as a reflection of progress, the press note shared with ETBrandEquity stated.
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