This year India will be celebrating its 74th
Republic Day
. This day is celebrated all across India with lots of patriotism and fervor. Magnificent parades by regiments of the Indian army, navy, the air force, police, and paramilitary forces will be witnessed at Rajpath, Delhi. India’s defensive prowess will be on display too, with the latest missiles, aircraft, and weapon systems.
Beautiful tableaus representing the uniqueness of all the states of India are also showcased during the parade. The celebration usually ends with numerous air shows and flypasts by the Indian forces.
While India acquired freedom from the British Raj in 1947, it wasn't until January 26, 1950, that the Indian Constitution happened, and India turned into a sovereign state, pronouncing it a republic. Dr. BR Ambedkar headed the Drafting Committee of the Constitution. Also, Constitution Day is commended in India on November 26 consistently, as, on November 26, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India took on the Constitution of India.
Republic Day is praised with much grandeur all over the country. The principal fascination of Republic Day festivities is the yearly procession which starts at Rajpath, Delhi, and closures at the India Gate. On this day, the country's President raises the banner at Rajpath, New Delhi. The ceremonious occasion likewise grandstands India's cultural and social legacy, marches, and airshows by the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force. Additionally, the President of India circulates Padma Awards to the meriting regular people of the country to respect their commitment to the country. Valiant troopers are additionally granted
Paramvir Chakra
, Ashok Chakra, and Vir Chakra. A live webcast of the Republic Day Parade is likewise made available consistently to a huge number of individuals who wish to see the motorcade over the Internet or TV.
This year, for the first time in 50 years, there will be no chief guest at the Republic Day parade. Also, a number of changes will be introduced. There will be smaller marching contingents, the distance for the parade will be shorter than usual and the number of people will be reduced to a minimum.
As per reports, 25,000 spectators will be allowed to witness the celebrations as compared to a normal crowd of 1 lakh, and children below the age of 15 years are not allowed. This year, the size of the marching contingent will be also brought down to 96, which was 144 in the previous years. Also, each member of the contingent will wear a mask and will follow all the protocols laid down by the government.
The distance of the parade will be shorter than usual:
There will be a total of 32 tableaux wherein the Union Territory of Ladakh will be participating for the very first time. This year, Lieutenant Bhawana Kanth - part of IAF’s tableau - will be featuring a light combat aircraft, a light combat helicopter, and a Sukhoi fighter jet fitted with 'made in India' missiles. One of the major attractions will be the Rafale fighter jets doing a vertical Charlie at the end of the fly-past.
Security:
Delhi police will also look after the security for the event. 75 percent of the city police personnel will be on duty with heavy barricading at many intersections, checkpoints along with sniffer dogs, and metal detectors.
New additions:
This year, 122 soldiers of the Bangladesh Armed Forces will be taking part in the parade. And it will be the third time since independence that any foreign contingent will be part of the parade.
According to the government officials, this year, veterans’ parade by ex-servicemen and women is canceled as they are more susceptible to contract COVID-19.
New additions:
This year, 122 soldiers of the Bangladesh Armed Forces will be taking part in the parade. And it will be the third time since independence that any foreign contingent will be part of the parade.
Due to the ongoing farmers' protest in Delhi against the new farm laws thousands of farmers are set to participate in a tractor rally. Over two lakh tractors are expected to take part in the parade and there will be around five routes. The tractor parade will only begin after 12 pm once the main parade is finished.
- When did India become a Republic country?
While India acquired freedom from the British Raj in 1947, it wasn't until January 26, 1950, that the Indian Constitution happened, and India turned into a sovereign state, pronouncing it a republic. Dr. BR Ambedkar headed the Drafting Committee of the Constitution. - Where does the procession begin?
The principal fascination of Republic Day festivities is the yearly procession which starts at Rajpath, Delhi, and closures at the India Gate. On this day, the country's President raises the banner at Rajpath, New Delhi. - How many spectators will be there?
As per reports, 25,000 spectators will be allowed to witness the celebrations as compared to a normal crowd of 1 lakh, and children below the age of 15 years are not allowed. - What will be the distance of the parade?
There will be a total of 32 tableaux wherein the Union Territory of Ladakh will be participating for the very first time. This year, Lieutenant Bhawana Kanth - part of IAF’s tableau - will be featuring a light combat aircraft, a light combat helicopter, and a Sukhoi fighter jet fitted with 'made in India' missiles. - What are the new additions?
This year, 122 soldiers of the Bangladesh Armed Forces will be taking part in the parade. And it will be the third time since independence that any foreign contingent will be part of the parade.
