India - Republic Day Celebration

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India attained independence on August 15, 1947 but till 1949 no permanent constitution of its own was formed, instead India was functioning under the laws enacted and implemented by the British. After many amendments by the constituent Assembly, the Constitution was approved and accepted on November 26, 1949 that came into force full-fledged from on 26 January, 1950. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is widely regarded as the father of the Indian Constitution. Thus the Republic Day celebration is the moment to remember the implementation of the Constitution into effect.

The Republic day parade is display of power and culture. To mark Republic Day in a memorable and significant way, every year in New Delhi, the Capital city of India, parade starts from the Raisina Hill in the neighborhood of the majestic Rashtrapati Bhawan and passes along the Rajpath thus ending at India Gate. The President, Prime Minister and other high rank officials of Military, Navy and Air Force of India are present on this occasion along with the invited dignitaries of foreign nationals at Rajpath to celebrate the occasion. After the President of India unfolds the National flag the National Anthem is played and also the President addresses the nation.

One of the main functions of the Republic Day Parade is to pay tribute to the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives for the country and received bravery awards on military persons, also citizens and children for showing courage in the face of adversity. These children are honored and awarded by the Indian Council for performing outstanding deeds of bravery and selfless sacrifice. The Parade starts with the winners of such awards saluting the President in open military jeeps and elephants, followed by the display of various tanks, missiles and other equipment added to the arsenal of the military. After this, is the march-past of different regiments of the armed forces, police, Home Guards and National Cadet Corps. The President of India, being the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Armed Forces, takes the salute.

This is followed by a vibrant parade comprising from different States displaying their culture and local dances. This is also a very colorful event not to miss at anytime as, each state has its own colorful float passing by with their individual prominence of places and also includes cultural dances and rituals. The Republic Day Parade is concluded by dare devil motor cycle riding and a fly past by Indian Air Force fighter jets over Rajpath. Though this is the end of the official parade of Republic Day Celebration, it is actually concludes on 3rd days after 26th January.

Post this celebration at India Gate of 26th January, on the 27th January, a Prime Minister's Rally is held by an excellent Cadets of National Cadet Corps displaying various breath-taking performances and drill. Also the Government of India’s Ministry of Culture, in association with Zonal Cultural Centres organize "Lok Tarang, - National Folk Dance Festival" every year from 24th to 29th January. This festival provides a unique opportunity for Indians as well as Foreigners to witness colorful, vibrant and authentic folk dances from various parts of the country.

Beating The Retreat officially denotes the end of Republic Day festivities. All important Government Buildings are beautifully decorated with lights every evening from 26th to 29th. Beating the Retreat ceremony is conducted on the evening of January 29, the third day after the Republic Day. The Chief Guest of the function is the President of India who arrives in a cavalry unit escorted by the 'President's Bodyguards'. When the President arrives, the commander asks the unit to give the National Salute, which is followed by the playing of the Indian National Anthem, by the Massed Bands, and at the same time by the unfurling of the National Flag of India on the flag pole. 'Beating Retreat' marks an old military tradition, when the troops ceased fighting, withdrew from the battlefield and returned to the camps at sunset at the sounding of the Retreat. Later on band master then marches to the President and requests permission to take the bands away, and informs that the closing ceremony is now complete. The bands march back playing a popular martial tune "Saare Jahan Se Achcha". At that time the buglers sound the retreat and the National Flag is lowered, and the National Anthem is sung, bringing the Republic Day celebrations to a formal end.

Not only in New Delhi, but other states also celebrate Republic Day in presence of Political leaders, local police chiefs and other important dignitaries with great enthusiasm and in numerous innovative ways. On Republic Day the public offices and schools will remain closed to celebrate the significance of the day. The patriotism of people is witnessed not only in the programs and activities but also in the inspirational Republic Day messages and wishes to their friends, relatives and colleagues that gives festive ambiance to this historic occasion.

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