My Great Country!

India celebrated its 76th Republic Day thirteen days ago on 26 January 2025 at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, marking 75 years of the Constitution's enactment.

Photo of original Front pages of newspapers of Kolkata on the Indian independence Day 15.08.1947.

_{Anandabazar Patrika 15.08.1947}

The parade included 31 tableaux-16 from states and Union Territories and 15 from central ministries and organisations under the theme:

Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas

President Subianto (Indonesia) attended the function as the chief guest this year.

Pralay Missile powered by Solid-propellant rocket motor, Indigenously developed short-range, quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missiles in laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was displayed.

Republic Day parade 2025 Incredible state tableaux- A GLIMPSE INTO INDIA'S HERITAGE

Tableaux from various ministries and states showcase themes at Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs offered glimpses into the genesis of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, being celebrated to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda. Showcased the rich tribal cultural heritage of INDIA.

Punjab Tableaux-Baba Farid; Farid-ud-din Ganj-i-Shakar (c.1175-1265 CE) - also known as Baba Farid.

Renewable Energy Ministry- Showcased the role of renewable energy, and INDIA efforts in achieving it.

Ministry of Rural Development- Lakhpati Didi Scheme:

Launched in 2023 to catalyze economic empowerment and financial independence among women in rural areas. The programme is aimed at training women in self-help groups (SHGs) to earn income of at least Rs 1 lakh per annum per household.

Women dancing with earthen lamps showcased the Diwali festival and intricate patterns of the Kaavi art dominated the Republic-Day tableau of Goa, where tourism and culture blend into a seamless symphony.

The Uttarakhand tableau which rolled down the Kartavya Path showcasing the hill state's cultural heritage, natural beauty and adventure sports.

Karnataka's tableau depicted the exquisite and artistic temples of the historic city of Lakkundi.

MILITARY BAND-INDONESIA'S MILITARY ACADEMY A SYMBOL OF DISCIPLINE AND MILITARY TRADITION

Indonesian Military Band And Armed Forces Showcase At Republic Day Parade.

INDONESIAN MARCHING CONTINGENT

352-member INDONESIAN NATIONAL ARMED FORCES (TNI) MARCHING CONTINGENT BHINNEKA TUNGGAL IKA' (UNITY IN DIVERSITY) reflected Indonesia's national cohesion.

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