India celebrates 76th anniversary of Republic Day

On Jan 26, 2025 226

Moscow, January 26, 2025 (TV BRICS) – On 26 January, India celebrates its Republic Day, one of the country’s most significant dates, marking the coming into force of its Constitution.

This year, the celebration is special as it commemorates 76 years of the Constitution of India. The central theme of the event, “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas” (Golden India: A Legacy of Heritage and Progress), highlights the country’s cultural legacy and developmental achievements.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the central event of the celebrations, along with President Droupadi Murmu.

Earlier in the day, the Indian Prime Minister extended Republic Day greetings to the nation via social media.

“Happy Republic Day. Today, we celebrate 75 glorious years of being a Republic. We bow to all the great women and men who made our Constitution and ensured that our journey is rooted in democracy, dignity, and unity. May this occasion strengthen our efforts towards preserving the ideals of our Constitution and working towards a stronger and prosperous India,” Narendra Modi, Indian Prime Minister noted.

The celebration began with a demonstration of the National Flag, accompanied by an interpretation of the national anthem, according to IANS, a partner of TV BRICS.

A highlight was the presence of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest. This was his first state visit to India. Prabowo also attended an official reception hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential residence.

The Ministry of External Affairs stressed that President Prabowo’s visit will strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Indonesia, now a member of the BRICS group, expressed its gratitude to India for supporting its accession to the grouping of emerging economies.

Indian Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar, in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS, said Indonesia is a strategic partner and a maritime neighbour with which India shares long-standing cultural and civilisational ties.