In Pics: How India is celebrating 75th Republic Day

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New Delhi, Jan 26, 2024: India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day today with its armed forces displaying its military might and rich cultural heritage at the Kartavya Path in the heart of the national capital. This occasion is being graced by French President Emmanuel Macron as the chief guest.

 

Based on the twin themes of ’Viksit Bharat’ and ’Bharat - Loktantra Ki Matruka’, this year’s parade will see the participation of 13,000 special guests.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid floral tributes to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial in Delhi.

He led the nation in paying solemn tributes by laying a wreath. The iconic memorial in the India Gate complex was inaugurated by PM Modi in 2019.

In Agartala, school children took part in the celebration of the 75th Republic Day today.

 

President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the national flag which will be followed by military and cultural pageantry of tableaux from different states.

Kartavya Path witnessed a march past by a combined band and marching contingent of the French armed forces.

Celebrations are being held across the country on the 75th Republic Day with great fervour.

 

Maharashtra Raj Bhavan illuminated on the eve of the 75th Republic Day. pic.twitter.com/COSy8PFQkd

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Many government buildings, establishments, and major roads were lighted up with the Tricolour on the eve of Republic Day.

A total of 16 tableaux from states and Union territories and nine from central ministries and departments will roll down the Kartavya Path during the parade.