National Festivals are warmly celebrated by every citizen of the country. Indian Republic Day is one of the important National Festivals of India. The grand celebration of Indian Republic Day can be seen across India but the most amazing thing happens at Kartavya Path in the National Capital of India. Yes, we are talking here about Delhi. The most iconic thing during the Republic Day celebration is The flag march and Parade at India Gate.
Importance of the Republic Day Parade
First Republic Day Parade
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First Republic Day Parade |
The first Republic Day Parade was in Irwin Stadium now Major Dhyan Chand Stadium. In the first republic day parade, only 15000 people attended this event but the count grew every year.
Preparation for Republic Day Parade
Activities During Republic Day Parade
More than 20 tableau and fighter planes are seen in the sky. To make India proud. Defense power culture and tech innovation new achievements and future plans are seen in front of the country and the world.
President of India
The president of India takes salutes and honors with medals the soldiers who perform during any activity that can hurt the nation. On Republic Day, held on 26th January, the President of India pays tribute to the Indian martyred soldiers at India Gate in New Delhi.
Chief Guest on Republic Day Parade
To witness the event, a foreign dignitary is invited as Chief Guest every year by The Government of India. The chief guest has special importance in the Republic Day parade.
Indian Armed Forces
The parade, which marches down Delhi’s central Kartavya Path avenue, features the three divisions of the armed forces (Army, Navy, and Air Force) who showcase their strength and stride. Indian armed forces display their strength during the Republic Day parade. A dramatic aero show by helicopters and other aircraft can catch the attention of everyone. We can hear the roaring of fighter jets flying in the sky leaving behind tricolor smog symbolizing our Indian National Flag in the sky.
Cultural Program at Republic Day Parade
Manch of Indian culture, arts, and artists included in the parade was a major change. From different states of India, arts, and artists display their art in the republic day parade. We can see traditional dance troupes from various regions of India. Different activist and cultural programs are performed at India Gate during the Republic Day celebration. Singers and artists pay their tribute to the nation by singing patriotic songs and dedicating to our martyred soldiers who contributed their life to their country. Patriotic songs make everyone emotional by remembering our martyred soldiers.
Tableau in Republic Day Parade
Tableau (Jhanki) is an important element of the Republic Day parade. More than 20 Tableaus from different states and ministries are being selected for the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path. These tableaus display the culture, achievement, and development of respective states and ministries. The cultural integration, Unity in Diversity, and achievements can be easily seen through their picturesque tableau. Checkout:- Tableaux at Republic Day Parade
26 January is the day when India took the first step to establishing itself as a modern, civilized, progressive country. If you believe in any kind of discrimination, casteism, and religious fanaticism, you destroy the spirit of the day.
Indian diversity, culture, and achievement can be seen during the national festival celebration. Republic Day parade gives us more chances to explore India and its strength. Republic Day Celebration in Delhi is centered on the Parade on the Kartavlya path. Everyone wants to be part of this beautiful national festival celebration and witness the Republic Day Parade.Â