Republic Day parade 2024: 7 interesting facts to know
The Constitution was adopted on 26 January 1950, making India a sovereign and a republic state. Each year, this day is celebrated as Republic Day throughout the country to commemorate India's adoption of the Constitution.
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This year marks India's 75th Republic Day celebration.
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Every year the day is observed with a parade at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi. Here is a look at 7 interesting facts about the parade.
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The main themes for this year’s women-centric parade will be ‘Viksit Bharat’ and ‘Loktantra ki Matrika’.
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President of France, Emmanuel Macron, will be visiting India as the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations.
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The preparation for the parade kickstart in July.
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Participants assemble by 3 AM on the day of the final event.
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A 21-gun salute is given when the President of India unfurls the national flag.
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The first gunshot is fired when the national anthem begins. The second shot is followed after 52 seconds.
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This year, the audience will witness a stunning display of tableaux from states, Union territories and nine ministries and departments.