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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 76th Republic Day by paying tribute to India’s fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
Upon his arrival, he was welcomed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In a solemn ceremony, PM Modi laid a wreath at the memorial, leading the nation in honoring the brave soldiers who gave their lives for the country.
The Inter-Services Guards, consisting of one officer and 21 guards (seven from each service), performed the ‘Salami Shastra’ and ‘Shok Shastra’ traditions to pay their respects.
Also present were General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff; Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of Air Staff; and Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Navy Staff. Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth also attended the wreath-laying ceremony.
PM Modi shared his thoughts in a digital notebook as well. Earlier in the day, he conveyed Republic Day greetings to the nation through social media, stating, “Happy Republic Day. Today, we celebrate 75 glorious years of being a Republic. We bow to all the great women and men who made our Constitution and ensured that our journey is rooted in democracy, dignity, and unity. May this occasion strengthen our efforts towards preserving the ideals of our Constitution and working towards a stronger and prosperous India.”
President Droupadi Murmu will lead the Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path, previously known as Rajpath, in the national capital. This year’s celebrations highlight the theme of 75 years since the Constitution’s enactment and ‘Jan Bhagidari’ (public participation), showcasing India’s cultural diversity, unity, equality, development, and military strength.
Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, is the Chief Guest for this year’s event. In a notable move to promote inclusivity, around 10,000 special guests, recognized as contributors to ‘Swarnim Bharat’ (Golden India), have been invited to witness the parade. These guests include top performers from various fields and beneficiaries of government schemes who have positively impacted their communities.
This year’s Republic Day celebrations reflect India’s commitment to democracy, diversity, and development, honoring its rich heritage and those who have contributed to its progress.
