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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Escorts President Murmu And French President
Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked down the Kartavya Path after the conclusion of the 75th Republic Day parade and waved at people seated in enclosures.
The theme of this year's Republic Day is 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat: Loktantra ki Matruka', which symbolise the country's aspirations and its role as the nurturer of democracy.
This year's Republic Day parade was 'women-centric', indicating the roles played by women in various sectors.
On a parting note, French President Emmanuel Macron tweets, "A great honor for France. Thank you, India."
Indian Army's 21 Gun Salute On Republic Day
Herbal Medicine Expert Of Arunachal To Be Honoured With Padma Shri Award
Yanung Jamoh Lego of Arunachal Pradesh, who has revived the traditional healing practices of the Adi community, has been chosen for the Padma Shri award this year.
Hailing from the state’s East Siang district, the 58-year-old woman is a former deputy director in the state agriculture department.
Source: PTI
J-K govt Announces Awards For 36 People Of UT
Thirty-six people, including para archer and Arjuna Awardee Sheetal Devi, were selected for government awards in Jammu and Kashmir on the eve of Republic Day.
Late Head Constable Abdul Majeed has been awarded posthumously in the category of award for achievements in the field of bravery that carries a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh and a citation to the awardee, according to an order issued by the General Administration Department (GAD) Commissioner-Secretary Sanjeev Verma.
Source: PTI
Five AC 'Arrow Formation' Over Kartavya Path
French President Macron Says "A Great Honor For France"
265 Central Armed Police Women Bikers
ISRO's Tableau With Chandrayaan3 As The Centre
R-Day Parade Dazzled By Cultural Extravaganza Celebrating Women Power
A group of 1,500 dancers under the banner of 'Vande Bharatam-Nari Shakti' graced the parade with a message of unity in diversity. The performance showcased 30 distinctive folk dance styles, including Kuchipudi, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Satriya, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, Manipuri, contemporary classical dance, and Bollywood styles.
Source: PTI
Chhatisgarh Tableau Showcases Arts And Crafts Of The Region
13,000 Special Guests Attend R-Day Parade In Delhi
Sarpanches of 'vibrant villages', women workers of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, electronics manufacturing sector and the Central Vista Project, women scientists of ISRO, yoga teachers (Ayushman Bharat), winners of international sports events and Paralympic medalists were also among the invitees.
Source: PTI
Tableau Of DRDO India
Ram Lalla Consecration In Ayodhya Showcased In UP's R-Day Tableau
An artistic image of Ram Lalla whose new idol was recently consecrated at a grand temple in Ayodhya is the showpiece of Uttar Pradesh's tableau in this year's Republic Day parade here.
The tableau also depicts the first-ever operational high-speed regional rapid transit system (RRTS) of the country. It was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the priority section of its first corridor in October.
Source: PTI
Manipur Tableau Showcases Women-Run 'Mother's Market'
Tank T-90 Bhishma In Republic Day Parade
Veterans Tableau Depicts How They Gallantly Defended Country
The theme of the float was—'Rashtra Nirman - Pehle Bhi, Ab Bhi, Aage bhi aur Hamesha'.
Source: PTI
BSF Camel Contingent In the R-Day Parade
Themes of IAF, Navy Tableaux : Nari Shakti, Atmanirbharta
Highlighting India's growing prowess in shipbuilding, the Indian Navy tableau depicted the imposing indigenously built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and highly capable escort ships INS Delhi, INS Kolkata and INS Shivalik, the LCA, the ALH and the Kalvari-class submarine.
The IAF tableau depicted its overall theme of 'Bharatiya Vayu Dena: Saksham, Sashakt, Atmanirbhar' or 'Indian Air Force: Potent, Powerful and Self-reliant'.
Source: PTI
French Regiment Marches On Kartavya Path
It was the second time the French armed forces participated in India's Republic Day celebrations. In 2016, French troops became the first foreign military contingent to participate in the biggest ceremonial event of the country.
Source: PTI
Republic Day Parade Begins
President Droupadi Murmu and French President Emmanuel Macron Arrives In The "Traditional Buggy"
This is a practice that is making a comeback after a gap of 40 years, the Defence Ministry said.
Prime Minister Modi Pays Tributes At National War Memorial On Republic Day
French President Emmanuel Macron Greets People On X
PM Congratulates Padma Awards Recipients
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, actors Vyjayantimala Bali and Konidela Chiranjeevi, Sulabh International founder late Bindeshwar Pathak, first woman judge of Supreme Court late M Fathima Beevi and Bombay Samachar owner Hormusji N Cama were among 132 eminent persons awarded Padma awards on Thursday.
Actor Mithun Chakraborty, Foxconn Chairman Young Liu from Taiwan, BJP veteran Ram Naik, actor late Vijaykanth, singer Usha Uthup and philanthropist Kiran Nadar were also awarded the coveted civilian awards on the eve of 75th Republic Day, according to an official statement.
Source: PTI
U.S. Secretary Of State Blinken Congratulates India
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday congratulated the people of India on the country's 75th Republic Day and hoped to deepen the 'vibrant people-to-people ties between our nations'.
In a statement, he said the past year has been marked by important milestones in 'our Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership, including our cooperation throughout India's successful G20 Presidency and at the G20 Leaders' Summit'.
The US secretary of state said President Joe Biden has termed the United States' relationship with India 'one of the most consequential in the world'.
Source: PTI
Over 70,000 Security Personnel Deployed Across Delhi
As many as 14,000 personnel have been deployed at and around Kartavya Path for the security of the Republic Day parade, police said, adding that around 77,000 invitees are expected at Kartavya Path to watch this year's parade.
Police have also issued an advisory on traffic arrangements while restrictions have been put in place, especially in central Delhi, for the smooth movement of vehicles in the city on Friday.
Source: PTI
President Murmu Addresses Nation On Republic Day Eve
"India is moving ahead with confidence, which comes from and is also reflected by the robust health of the economy. Our GDP growth rate has remained the highest among major economies in recent years, and we have all reasons to believe that this extraordinary performance will continue in the year 2024 and beyond. What I find particularly noteworthy is that the same farsighted planning that fuels the economy has also given a push to the welfare drive to make the development inclusive in every sense of the term. The government had increased the scope of schemes to provide free food to the weaker sections of society during the pandemic days. These measures were later continued to extend a helping hand to the vulnerable population to come out of that crisis. Expanding the scope of that initiative, the government has decided to provide free food grains to over 81 crore people for five years. This may be the biggest welfare initiative of its kind in history."
Source: presidentofindia.nic.in
Click here to read the full speech.
President Murmu Approves 80 Gallantry Awards, Other Decorations To Armed Forces Personnel
Source: X.com
Source: X.com
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday approved 80 gallantry awards including six Kirti Chakra and 16 Shaurya Chakra on the eve of the 75th Republic Day.
The Kirti Chakra awardees are Major Digvijay Singh Rawat of 21st Battalion, the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), Major Deependra Vikram Basnet from the Sikh Regiment's fourth battalion and Havildar Pawan Kumar Yadav from the 21st battalion of the Mahar Regiment, according to the defence ministry.
Those conferred the award posthumously are Captain Anshuman Singh from the 26th battalion of the Punjab Regiment (Army Medical Corps), Havildar Abdul Majid of the Parachute Regiment's ninth battalion (special forces) and Sepoy Pawan Kumar from the 55th battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles, it said.
The Shaurya Chakra awardees are Major Maneo Francis of the Parachute Regiment's 21st battalion, Major Amandeep Jakhar from the Sikh Regiment's fourth battalion, Naib Subedar Baria Sanjay Kumar Bhamar Singh of the Mahar Regiment, Havildar Sanjay Kumar from 9 Assam Rifles and Parshotam Kumar (civilian) from the Rashtriya Rifles.
Source: PTI
PM Modi Extends Republic Day Wishes On X
Grand Display Of Women Power
For the first time, an all-women tri-services contingent will be part of the country's biggest ceremonial event.
Lieutenants Deepti Rana and Priyanka Sevda, who are among 10 women officers commissioned into the Regiment of Artillery for the first time last year, will lead the Swathi weapon locating radar and Pinaka rocket system at the parade.
The parade will be heralded by over 100 women artistes playing Indian musical instruments—such as Sankh, Naadswaram, and Nagada—for the first time, instead of the traditional military bands.
Around 15 women pilots will enthrall the audience during the Indian Air Force's fly-past, representing 'Nari Shakti' (women power). The contingents of the Central Armed Police Forces will also consist of only women personnel.
(With inputs from PTI)
Ceremony To Begin With Prime Minister Visiting National War Memorial
The Republic Day ceremony will be kickstarted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the National War Memorial. Later, President Droupadi Murmu and French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in the "traditional buggy", a practice that is making a comeback after a gap of 40 years, the Defence Ministry said.
The national flag will be unfurled followed by the national anthem, with a booming 21-gun salute to be given with indigenous 105-mm Indian Field Guns.
According to PTI, four Mi-17 IV helicopters of the 105th helicopter unit will shower flower petals on the audience present at Kartavya Path. This will be followed by 'Aavaahan', a band performance by over 100 women artistes playing various types of percussion instruments.
India All Set To Celebrate 75th Republic Day
The 75th Republic Day celebration, led by President Droupadi Murmu, will showcase India's rising military might and rich cultural heritage during a 90-minute parade at the majestic Kartavya Path.
French President Emmanuel Macron will be the chief guest for the grand celebration.
The armed forces will display an array of homegrown weaponry and military equipment such as missiles, drone jammers, surveillance systems, vehicle-mounted mortars and BMP-II infantry combat vehicles at the parade.
The overarching theme of the grand celebration of Friday will be women's power and democratic values.
The Republic Day parade will commence at 10:30 a.m. and will run for around 90 minutes.
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