Republic Day 2023: Egypt President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is the Chief Guest this year.
New Delhi: India displayed its military strength on the Kartavya Path today along with its cultural diversity as President Droupadi Murmu hoisted the national flag to mark the 74th Republic Day. This is the first parade on the revamped ceremonial boulevard, earlier known as the Rajpath. Egypt President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is the Chief Guest this year.
Here are the Highlights on Republic Day 2023 Parade:
Odisha celebrates 74th Republic Day, peaceful flag hoisting in Maoist-hit districts
Odisha Governor Prof Ganeshi Lal Thursday unfurled the National Flag at Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar in presence of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik at the state level parade on the occasion of 74rd Republic Day celebrations.
PM Modi Sports Rajasthani Turban At Republic Day ParadeOn the occasion of India's 74th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for celebrating the diverse culture of the country with his sartorial choices, donned a multi-coloured Rajasthani turban this year to symbolize India's diversity. Read here.
PM Waves At Public As He Leaves Kartavya Path After Republic Day Parade PM Waves At Public At Kartavya Path After Grand Republic Day Parade
President's Bodyguards Arrive To Escort Supreme Commander Of Armed Forces Trishul Formation By 3 Sukhois Vajraang Formation Flypast By 1 C-130, 4 Rafale Jets Flypast Begins Motorcycle Display - Corps of Signals Dare Devils Team Motorcycle Display - Corps of Signals Dare Devils Team
President Murmu, PM Modi, Egypt President Attend Republic Day Celebrations Tableau By Ministry of Culture Ministry of Tribal Affairs Tableau Indian Council of Agricultural Research Tableau Uttar Pradesh Tableau Tableau of Dadra Nagar Havel and Daman and Diu Haryana Tableau Karnataka Tableau Tamil Nadu Tableau Maharashtra Tableau West Bengal Tableau
Kerala Tableau Jammu And Kashmir Tableau Arunachal Pradesh Tableau Jharkhand Tableau Gujarat Tableau
Tripura Tableau Tableau Of Uttarakhand Tableau Of Union Territory Of Ladakh
Assam Tableau Andhra Pradesh Tableau PM's Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Awardees On Kartavya Path Massed Pipes And Drums Band National Service Scheme (NSS) Marching Contingent National Cadet Corps (NCC) Girls Marching Contingent National Cadet Corps (NCC) Boys Marching Contingent BSF Camel Band Border Security Force (BSF)'s Camel Contingent March Past By Delhi Police Contingency Delhi Police Band Arrives At The Saluting Dais Railway Protection Force Band On Kartavya Path Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Band Indian Coast Guard Marching Contingent At Kartavya Path March Past By Assam Rifles Soldiers The Indian Air Force Tableau March Past By Air Force Contingency Indian Navy Tableau Features 2 Women Agniveers The Naval Band And Marching Contingency Of Indian Navy The Veterans' Tableau March Past By Gorkha Regiment Soldiers March Past By Bihar Regiment Soldiers March Past By Rajput Regiment Soldiers Punjab Regiment Soldiers March On Kartavya Path In Show Of Strength Combined Band On Kartavya Path K-9 Vajra-T Gun System On Display Nag Missile System (NAMIS) On Display At Republic Day Parade Mechanised Columns: MBT Arjun Led By Captain Amanjeet Singh Contingent From Egypt Takes Part In Republic Day Parade
March Past Begins With Gallantry Award Winners
Winners of gallantry awards, including Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra, arrives at the saluting dais.
Lt General Dhiraj Seth Leads Republic Day Parade
Lt General Dhiraj Seth leads the Republic Day Parade.
President Hoists National Flag At Kartavya Path, Leads Republic Day CelebrationsPresident Droupadi Murmu hoists the national flag today at the Kartavya Path, commencing the 74th Republic Day celebrations. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi are among other dignitaries present.
President Murmu Arrives At Kartavya Path For Republic Day Parade
President Droupadi Murmu arrives at Kartavya Path for the grand parade to mark 74th Republic Day celebrations. She is accompanied by her Egypt counterpart Abdel Fattah El Sisi, the Chief Guest at the parade. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who paid tributes at National War Memorial this morning, has also reached the revamped ceremonial boulevard.
Republic Day: PM Pays Tribute At National War Memorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute at the National War Memorial ahead of Republic Day celebrations. He is accompanied by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Lt General Anil Chauhan, and the chiefs of the three armed forces.
PM Modi Reaches National War Memorial Ahead Of Republic Day Celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaches National War Memorial along with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. They are accompanied by Chief of Defence Staff Lt General Anil Chauhan and the chiefs of the three armed forces.
Australia PM's Message To Indians On Republic DayAs India celebrates its 74th Republic Day today, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended greetings to Indians. In his message, Albanese called it a "moment" to honour the "rich culture and impressive achievements of modern India." Australia's High Commissioner to India Barry O'Farrell shared Albanese's message on Twitter.
In the message, Albanese said, "It's a chance for all those of Indian heritage, including Australia's diverse and vibrant diaspora communities, to unite around their shared love of India and their shared faith in its future."
Albanese further said, "It's also a reminder of everything our shared future holds, all that we have to look forward to as we continue to strengthen and deepen our ties."
Flag Hoisted At Wagah Border On Republic Day CelebrationsThe national flag has been hoisted at the Wagah-Attari border to mark Republic Day.
Combined Marching Contingent From Egypt To Take Part In Republic Day Parade
For the first time, a combined band and marching contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces will be taking part in the ceremonial parade. Six Agniveers will be part of Navy's marching contingent during the 74th Republic Day celebrations today when the ceremonial parade will take place on the Kartavya Path amid patriotic fervour.
Republic Day Live: "Today, I Salute All...": Amit Shah Greets Nation On Republic Day"Hearty greetings to all the countrymen on the occasion of 74th Republic Day. Today, I salute all those freedom fighters, constitution makers and brave soldiers who have dedicated their lives to liberate, strengthen and protect the country," tweeted Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Hindi.
Republic Day Live: "We Wish To...": PM Modi Tweets Greetings For Republic Day"Many wishes for the Republic Day. This time this occasion is also special because we are celebrating it during the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence. We wish to move ahead unitedly to make the dreams of the great freedom fighters of the country come true. Happy Republic Day to all fellow Indians," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a tweet in Hindi.
President Murmu's Address On Republic Day EveExtending greetings to people on the eve of 74th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu said India's journey has inspired many other nations and every citizen has reason to be proud of the Indian story. In her address to the nation, she said the celebration of Republic Day is a celebration of what the people of the country have achieved together as a nation. Read here
Republic Day Security: 6,000 Personnel Deployed In Delhi, 150 CCTVs
Security has been enhanced in several parts of Delhi ahead of the 74th Republic Day celebrations. Police personnel could be seen conducting thorough checks of vehicles. Heavy barricading is placed at intersections, checkpoints with sniffer dogs, and metal detectors. According to the Delhi Police, around 65,000 people will witness the parade today. Entry will be given only to valid pass holders and ticket buyers. About 6,000 jawans have been deployed for security for the parade. The Kartavya Path will be monitored with the help of around 150 CCTV cameras, which also has high-resolution cameras.