Republic Day celebrations begin with PM Modi paying homage to bravehearts at National War Memorial

French President Mr. Emmanuel Macron will be the Chief Guest at this year’s Republic Day Parade.

Published on: Jan 26, 2024 11:33 AM IST

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced the Republic Day 2024 celebrations by laying floral tributes at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Friday morning, honoring the bravehearts of the Indian armed forces.  (PTI)

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PM Modi was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries on his arrival at the National War Memorial. (PTI)

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PM Modi greets Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar and Chief of the Air Staff VR Chaudhari as he arrives at the National War Memorial to pay homage on the 75th Republic Day in New Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is also seen. (PTI)

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As PM Modi laid the wreath, the Inter-Services Guards performed the 'Salami Shastra' followed by the 'Shok Shastra'. At the same time, buglers sounded the 'Last Post'.  (PTI)

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After laying the wreath, PM Modi observed a two-minute silence in homage to the supreme sacrifices of the armed personnel in protecting the nation. Following this, buglers played 'Rouse' and the guards presented 'Salami Shastra' once again.  (PTI)

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PM Modi was joined by the three service chiefs as he paid his respects at the solemn function. He then proceeded to the Kartavya Path for the Republic Day parade.  (PTI)

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President of India, Droupadi Murmu, unfurled the national flag, which was followed by a rendition of the national anthem and a 21-gun salute. The parade then commenced with President Murmu taking the salute.  (PTI)

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"Best wishes on the special occasion of the 75th Republic Day. Jai Hind!" PM Modi posted on X.  (PTI)

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday watched India's 75th Republic Day celebrations at the majestic Kartavya Path, joining a select group of global leaders to have graced the nation's biggest ceremonial in the last seven decades.  (PTI)