Srinagar, Jan 26 (KINS): India celebrates its 72nd Republic Day today with a shortened programme at Rajpath in Delhi amid the coronavirus pandemic. The programme began at 9 am and concluded after the traditional fly past 11.25 am.
Apart from a reduced list of events, the parade witnessed a shorter route, no chief guest, fewer spectators, no children under 15 in the annual parade, and fewer soldiers in the Army and Navy contingents.
India’s military might, cultural diversity, social and economic progress was on display during the 72nd Republic Day celebrations at the majestic Rajpath. Apart from tableaus of Armed forces, 17 tableaus from different states and nine tableaus from different ministries/departments of the central government and Paramilitary Forces and six from Ministry of Defence was also be on display during the annual parade.
The Republic Day Parade ceremony commenced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the National War Memorial.
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu wishes nation on Republic Day
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday greeted the nation on the occasion of 72nd Republic Day.
Wishing citizens on the occasion, the VP tweeted: “On this occasion, we should reaffirm our commitment towards the Constitution and founding principles of our Republic based on the cherished ideals of liberty, equality, fraternity and justice for all.”
