
Key Events and Celebrations
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Republic Day Parade: The highlight of the celebrations is the grand parade in New Delhi, featuring a display of India's cultural diversity, military might, and achievements. The parade starts at Rashtrapati Bhavan and proceeds along Rajpath, culminating at India Gate.
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Flag Hoisting Ceremony: The President of India hoists the national flag and delivers a speech highlighting national achievements and future goals.
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Awards and Honors: The President presents various awards, including the Padma Awards, which recognize distinguished service in various fields.
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Cultural Programs: Schools, colleges, and other institutions organize cultural programs, including dances, dramas, and music performances that reflect India's rich heritage.
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Documentaries and Films: Television channels broadcast documentaries and films related to India's freedom struggle and the making of the Constitution.
Republic Day is not just a National Holiday for Indians
It’s 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 stands for the aspirations that ‘the common man of India’ cherishes. Republic Day is a day of the citizen of the country when he is entitled to be ‘all supreme.Republic Day is celebrated most majestically in the capital, New Delhi, where symbols of the great nation s military might and cultural wealth are displayed in what is the world s most impressive parade. All Government buildings are illuminated lending the city the atmosphere of a fairyland. This day is celebrated with much zeal and pride all across the nation.
The Story behind the Republic Day Parade!

Well, there s a lot of practice and physical exercise, over 6000 marchers, 1200 students and 5000 artists from all round the country who make it happen in 6 months!!! This spectacular celebration is possible because of the 33 departments and 3200 officials who work round the clock to ensure a glitch free ceremony and fool-proof security.
Contingents, Soldiers and Personnels
The process of selection of the participants begins 6 months in advance. Every year 42 contingents with 144 soldiers march down Janpath on this day. All of them arrive before 1st of January to begin their practice in full swing. Around 10,000 personnels reside in Delhi Cantonment and Parade Ground during this while. This year we will witness 3 more contingents of the Women Officers from the Air, Navy and Army.
The Camelry
The camelry of the Border Security Forces is one of the best parts of the parade & acts like a show-stopper. To guard and protect the frontiers of Gujarat and Rajasthan, 1200 camels are trained by the BSF in Jodhpur.Out of which, 100 males around five years of age are brought in a camp in Palam (Delhi) in the beginning of November itself . Loads of trucks filled desert sand follow the route. These camels are taken around the city to acquaint them with the city s noise and crowd.
The Jhankis or Tableaus
Let s now talk about the favourite part of the celebration - The Tableaus. To get entry into the parade, the states have to go through multiple rounds until their tableau gets selected by the defence secretary heading the high level committee.On the invitation of the defence ministry, these jhankis or Tableaus are created by nearly 5000 fabricators and artists at the Artistes Village of Delhi Cantonment.
Other Arrangements
With over 1.11 lakh seats were divided into 35 enclosures, 19,000 seats will be open to the general public last year. This was organized by the defence ministry in coordination with Delhi Police. The Army s Signal Regiment puts in cables as long as 38 kilometres to make sure that the sound system remains faultless. To make this day more enchanting in the evening, around 1.40 lakh bulbs were installed around the venue which help in making this day a spectacular success!National Parade in New Delhi
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Location: Rajpath, New Delhi
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Activities:
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Flag Hoisting: The President of India hoists the national flag at the ceremony.
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Military Parade: The parade features the armed forces, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force, showcasing their capabilities with impressive displays of military equipment and formations.
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Cultural Floats: Various states and union territories present colorful floats that depict their unique traditions, cultural heritage, and achievements.
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Tableaux: The parade includes tableaux from different states, each showcasing their cultural and historical significance.
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March Past: Soldiers and military personnel march past the President, and various regiments perform synchronized drills.
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Performances: There are performances by school children and cultural troupes, including traditional dances and music.
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2. President's Speech
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The President of India delivers a speech highlighting national achievements, current affairs, and future goals for the nation.
3. Cultural Programs and Events
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Schools and Colleges: Many educational institutions organize events such as patriotic songs, dances, and dramas.
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Public Celebrations: Community events, flag hoisting, and cultural performances are held in public spaces.
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Government Offices: Government offices and institutions conduct flag-hoisting ceremonies and organize events to commemorate the day.
4. Ceremonial Events
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Beating Retreat Ceremony: Held on January 29th, this ceremony marks the end of the Republic Day celebrations. It features a performance by the armed forces’ bands and a ceremonial lowering of the national flag.
5. Patriotic Programs on TV and Radio
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Documentaries and Films: Special programming on television and radio channels includes documentaries about India's freedom struggle and the making of the Constitution.
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Patriotic Songs and Films: Channels broadcast patriotic songs and movies that reflect India's history and achievements.
6. Public Participation
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Flag Displays: Citizens display the Indian flag at their homes and public places.
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Parades and Rallies: Various organizations and communities organize parades, rallies, and events to celebrate the day.
Official Honors
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Awards: The President presents various civilian awards such as the Padma Awards, which recognize exceptional service in various fields.
Key Symbols and Traditions
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Indian Flag: The tricolor flag, featuring saffron, white, and green stripes with the Ashoka Chakra in the center, is a central symbol of the celebrations.
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National Anthem: The national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana," is played at official events and ceremonies.
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