New$$ Delhi:$ Prime Minister Narendra$ Modi extended his heartfelt Republic Day greetings to the nation, urging citizens to fortify efforts in safeguarding the ideals of the Indian Constitution while striving for a prosperous India.
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PM Modi$ expressed, “Happy Republic Day. Today, we commemorate 75 illustrious years of being a Republic. We bow in reverence to all women and men who crafted our Constitution and ensured our journey is anchored in democracy, dignity, and unity.$ May this occasion fortify our$ endeavors towards upholding the ideals of our Constitution and working towards a stronger and prosperous India.”
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India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day with a grand showcase of cultural diversity, unity, military prowess, and commitment to development at Kartavya$ Path in New Delhi.$ President Droupadi Murmu will lead the celebrations, with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attending as the Chief Guest.
Messages from Other$$ Leaders
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge sent his heartfelt wishes, reflecting on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution, which he described as the “conscience keeper” and “soul of the Indian Republic.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his greetings, highlighting Republic Day as a symbol of faith in India’s constitutional values, social equality, and democracy, paying homage to freedom fighters and constitution makers.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi$ shared his message, urging all citizens to uphold and safeguard the Constitution, which he called the “protective shield” for every Indian, ensuring justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity for all.
Parade Highlights and Special Guests
The Republic Day Parade features several notable elements, including for the first time, a tri-services tableau showcasing the unity between the armed forces with the theme of ‘Shakt aur Surakshit Bharat,’ emphasizing collaboration and cooperation among the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
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The Republic Day parade will commence at 10:30 am and run for 90 minutes, showcasing a series of significant events:
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<$li>Prime Minister Modi will initiate the ceremony by paying tribute at the National War Memorial, where he will lay a wreath in honor of the fallen soldiers.
- The parade will be led by Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, with Major General Sumit Mehta as the Parade Second-in-Command.
- The National Flag will be unfurled, followed by the National Anthem and a 21-gun salute using indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns.
$$During the ceremony, gallantry awards will be bestowed upon distinguished officers including Captain Yogendra Singh Yadav, Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar, and Lieutenant$$ Colonel Jas Ram Singh, who have demonstrated remarkable bravery in the face of adversity.
The parade will also feature the Marching Contingent of Indonesia’s Military Academy, comprising 152 members, as well as a military band of 190 members.
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The Fly-past, a crowd favorite, will include $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$40 aircraft and helicopters, such as Rafale jets, Su-30s, Jaguars, and Apache helicopters, executing awe-ins$piring aerial maneuvers over the parade grounds.
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The ceremony will conclude with the national anthem and the release of balloons carrying banners celebrating 75 years since the Constitution came into effect.
Republic Day not only celebrates the values and ideals enshrined in the Indian Constitution but also honors the brave men and women who have contributed to the nation’s rich heritage of democracy and progress.
As the nation gears up for these grand celebrations, it’s essential to reflect on the journey of constitutionalism and democracy that has charted the course of free and$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ progressive governance. This Republic Day, let’s reaffirm our commitment to uphold the principles of our Constitution, ensuring a harmonious and prosperous future for every citizen of India.
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