In honour of the adoption of our country’s constitution in 1950, we are preparing to celebrate India’s 75th Republic Day, which will feature airshows by the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force in addition to tableaus showcasing the country’s rich tradition and cultural heritage. Chief architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. BR Ambedkar, once commented, “Constitution is not a mere advocates document, it is a vehicle of life and it’s essence is always the spirit of Age.”
In the major cities of every Indian state, Republic Day Parade performances and Beating the Retreat events are well underway. However, what is the date, significance, history, and subject for this year’s event?
January 26 is India’s Republic Day every year. It falls on Friday this year, and the nation celebrates it as the 75th Republic Day.
Tradition and importance
Republic Day honors the January 26, 1950, ratification of the Indian Constitution. India declared independent of the British Raj in 1947, but it wasn’t until January 26, 1950, that the country was formally proclaimed a republic and the Indian Constitution went into force.
After the Constituent Assembly met for the first time on December 9, 1946, and the last time on November 26, 1949, the Constitution was ratified the following year. India observes Constitution Day on this day in honor of Dr. BR Ambedkar, who chaired the Constitution’s Drafting Committee.
Republic Day honors the essence of India’s independence since it was on this day in 1930 that the Indian National Congress declared Purna Swaraj, or freedom from colonial authority. India celebrates Republic Day as a national holiday to remember the adoption of the Indian Constitution and to honor the democratic right of its citizens to pick their government.
Events
The nation celebrates Republic Day with great fervor. The national flag is unfurled by the president on this day, which is then celebrated with magnificent military and cultural displays.
In addition, the President of India bestows the Padma Awards on worthy citizens of the nation, and valiant troops receive the Vir, Ashok, and Paramvir Chakras. Every year, millions of people can also watch live broadcasts and webcasts of the Republic Day Parade.
Parade date and pattern
The Republic Day 2024 parade is slated to begin at 10:30 am on Friday, January 26 at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. It is anticipated to continue for roughly 90 minutes and has as its theme “Viksit Bharat” and “Bharat – Loktantra ki Matruka,” which highlights India’s role as a nurturer of democracy. The event can accommodate 77,000 people, of which 42,000 seats are set aside for the general public. Since French President Emmanuel Macron will be the Chief Guest this year, there will also be a marching contingent of 95 people and a band contingent of 33 people from France in the parade.
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