Republic Day 2023

People across India celebrate the much-awaited Republic Day 2023 on January 26 each year. It’s a historical event as India’s constitution was implemented on January 26, 1950. Republic Day is celebrated with great patriotism and enthusiasm all over India, as on this day the nation becomes an independent republic. This year India will celebrate its 73rd Republic Day and as usual, New Delhi (the capital of India) will host a range of events displaying military parades and cultural backdrop.
This year, the theme of India’s Republic Day 2023 is “Jan Bhagidari (participation of the common people)”.

गणतन्त्र दिवस भारत का एक राष्ट्रीय पर्व है जो प्रति वर्ष 26 जनवरी को मनाया जाता है। इसी दिन सन् 1950 को भारत सरकार अधिनियम को हटाकर भारत का संविधान लागू किया गया था। यह भारत के तीन राष्ट्रीय अवकाशों में से एक है, अन्य दो स्‍वतन्त्रता दिवस और गांधी जयंती हैं।

26 January 2023 Republic Day

Indian Republic Day – India Every year on January 26th, Republic Day is observed to commemorate the historic moment when our country became an independent republic. India did not become fully independent after obtaining independence on August 15, 1947, until it adopted its own constitution. Thus, the achievement of “Sampoorna Swaraj” is celebrated on Indian Republic Day. The Indian Constitution was ratified on January 26, 1950. The constitution emphasizes political equality and calls for an elected administration in a republic. Every year on January 26th, Republic Day is observed to commemorate the momentous occasion of India becoming a republic. Dr. Rajendra Prasad took oath as the first President of free India is chronicled in the history of independent India.

History of Republic Day

On December 31, 1929, Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru presided over the Indian National Congress session in Lahore, where the idea of total independence first gained traction. All the chiefs gathered for this historic gathering and vowed to free themselves completely from British authority. Following the Civil Disobedience movement, Indian political groups and liberation fighters honored January 26 as “Purna Swaraj” Day.
Later, on December 9, 1946, the Indian Constituent Assembly appointed a number of committees to work toward the proposed constitution. After several debates and revisions, the Indian Constitution was officially adopted three years later on November 26, 1949.

How is Republic Day celebrated in India?

On January 26, the historic occasion is celebrated with patriotism and poise. The celebrations are generally organized in New Delhi on an enormous scale each year. The magnificent procession at Rajghat and the exhibition of pageantry in the shape of floats are the most important aspects.
The national flag is raised by the President of India to the accompaniment of a 21-gun salute and a timed recital of the national anthem. He then goes on to present members of the armed forces with the highest gallantry decorations, such as the Ashok Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, and Sena medals, in honor of their valiant deeds. The President also bestows bravery medals on ordinary citizens who display bravery under challenging circumstances.

The Indian Prime Minister visits the India Gate memorial, where he pays respects and observes a two-minute moment of silence in honor of the troops who gave their lives in defence of their nation’s freedom.

Republic Day 2023 Chief Guest

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended a warm welcome to President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is on a State visit to India from 24-26 January 2023 at the invitation of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. President Sisi, who is on his second State Visit to India, will also be the Chief Guest on India’s 74th Republic Day.
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted :
“Warm welcome to India, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Your historic visit to India as Chief Guest for our Republic Day celebrations is a matter of immense happiness for all Indians. Look forward to our discussions tomorrow.

India Republic Day Chief Guest List

It has always been customary to invite a Prime Minister from another nation to the Republic Day Parade in order to showcase our culture and traditions. Five guests (the leaders of the Central Asian states) are invited to India as the major guests for Indian Republic Day in 2022. See the list of distinguished guests who have attended the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, India, starting in 1950 and continuing through 2022.

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