Republic Day
The Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950. This date was chosen as it was the anniversary of ‘Purna Swaraj’ Day, which was held on January 26, 1930. The Constitution gave the citizens of India the power to govern themselves by choosing their own government. Dr. Rajendra Prasad took oath as India's first president at the Durbar Hall in the Government House, followed by a presidential drive along a route to the Irwin Stadium, where he unfurled India's national flag. Ever since the historic day, January 26, Republic Day, is celebrated with festivities and patriotic fervor across India.
Republic Day represents the true spirit of the independent India. Military parades, displays of military equipment and the national flag are important symbols on this date. Much effort is put into organizing events and celebrations that occur on Republic Day in India. Large military parades are held in New Delhi and the state capitals. Representatives of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force and traditional dance troupes take part in the parades.
Awards and medals of bravery are given to the people from the armed forces and also to civilians. Helicopters from the armed forces then fly past the parade area showering rose petals on the audience. School children also participate in the parade by dancing and singing patriotic songs. The patriotic fervor of the people on this day brings the whole country together even in her essential diversity. Every part of the country is represented, which makes the Republic Day the most popular of all the national holidays of India. It is when regional identity takes a backseat and what matters most is the universal appeal of unity and brotherhood projected by all Indians. The Indian constitution basically stands for the aspirations which ‘the common man of India’ cherishes. Republic Day is a day of the citizen of the country.
Quote for the day
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
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