President Murmu Unfurls National Flag At Kartavya Path

Delhi/Hyderabad, Jan 26 (Maxim News): President Droupadi Murmu presided over the 76th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, by unfurling the national flag and led the nation in commemorating the historic day.

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Accompanying her was Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, the Chief Guest for this year’s festivities.

As part of the tradition, both Presidents were escorted to Kartavya Path by the President’s Bodyguard, Rashtrapati ke Angrakshak,  the seniormost regiment of the Indian Army.  Reviving a tradition discontinued for 40 years, they arrived in the ‘Traditional Buggy,’  adding a regal charm to the celebrations. 

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On their arrival, they were welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.  The Prime Minister also welcomed Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and his wife Sudesh Dhankhar at Kartavya Path. 

The National Flag was unfurled amidst the playing of the National Anthem, followed by a thunderous 21-gun salute performed using indigenous 105 mm Light Field Guns. 

This year’s Republic Day celebrations focused on 75 years of the Constitution’s enactment and emphasized “Jan Bhagidari’ (Public participation).  The festivities showcased India’s cultural diversity, unity, equality, development, and military strength. 

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The parade begins with 300 cultural artis playing “Sare Jahan Se Achha” using a mix of traditional musical instruments from across the country, such as Shahnai, Nadaswaram, Mashak Been, Flute, Sankha, Tutari, and Dhol, resonating with the hopes and pride of a billion Indians. 

To conclude the event, mi-17 helicopters from the 129 Helicopter Unit performed a breathtaking flower-petal shower in the Dhwaj Formation.  This formation symbolizes the national flag, led by Group Captain Alok Ahlawat. 

The parade, commanded by Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, General Officer Commanding, Delhi Area, begins with the President saluting.  Major General Sumit Mehtra served as the parade Second-in-Command. 

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Gallantry award winners lead the parade, including Param Vir Chakra recipients Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Yogendra Singh Yadav 9Retd) and Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar (Retd), and Ashok Chakra recipient Lt Col Jas Ram Singh (Retd).  The Param Vir Chakra honors acts of the highest bravery in the face of the enemy, while the Ashok Chakra recognizes similar valor not involving direct combat. 

Adding a global touch to the ceremony, the Marching Contingent of the Indonesian National Armed Forces, comprising 152 members, and the Military Band of Indonesia’s Military Academy, with 190 members, participated in the parade.  (Maxim News)

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