Indian Republic Day is a national holiday in India, celebrated on January 26th every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India. On this day in 1950, the Constitution of India came into effect, replacing the Government of India Act 1935 as the governing document of India and thus, India became a republic.
The main Republic Day celebration is held in the national capital, New Delhi, at the Rajpath before the President of India. On this day, a grand parade is held which is attended by dignitaries from all over the world, along with the general public. The parade starts from the Rashtrapati Bhavan and proceeds towards the India Gate. The parade showcases a display of India’s cultural and military heritage. The President of India unfurls the national flag and the national anthem is played. This is followed by a display of floats representing different states of India.
States Shows Culture and Tradition
The parade concludes with a display of India’s military might and cultural diversity. Various floats from different states showcase their culture and tradition. The parade also includes a display of various armed forces, including the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
In addition to the parade, many other cultural programs and competitions are also organized in schools and colleges throughout the country to celebrate the day. The day is also marked by the distribution of sweets and the hoisting of the national flag in all government buildings.
Indian Flag Hoisting
The celebration of Republic Day is not limited to India, but it is also celebrated by Indians abroad. Indian embassies and consulates around the world organize flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural programs to mark the occasion.
In conclusion, Indian Republic Day is a day of national pride and celebration. It is a day to remember the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and to cherish the democratic values that the Constitution of India upholds. It is a day to celebrate the unity and diversity of India and to reaffirm our commitment to building a strong and prosperous nation.