Thursday, January 26, 2012

Sovereign Democratic Republic of India

On January 26, 1950,  INDIA  took her first step towards attaining the status of a truly sovereign state as the constitution was framed by leaders of the nation.Republic Day is one of India's most anticipated national holidays that is celebrated with great gusto every year.


Start of Freedom !!
                                                                                                                               


One of the highlights of the festival is the grand parade and celebrations. The parade aims to bring together all the diversity of its various states and regions to form one colorful collage that represents the true spirit of the nation.



                                      

                                      
Schools and colleges organise functions to keep the fizz of patriotism alive amongst the younger lot as national flags are seen fluttering over various government buildings and offices. 


Officer's in Pride:



India's 62nd Republic Day had Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev who participated in celebrations at the India Gate in New Delhi. This is the first time a leader from the Central Asian region will be the Chief Guest of Republic Day celebrations. This will showcase one of India's greatest quality of unity in diversity.


INDIA's Honor:
He also presents medals of bravery to personnel from the armed forces for their exceptional courage and civilians who have shown different acts of valour in various situations.








Vibrant  INDIA :
This is the Vibrant Army of our Country and they give their lives to save our INDIA.







The patriotic fever of the people on this day brings the whole INDIA together even in her essential diversity. Every part of the country is represented in occasion, which makes the Republic Day the most popular of all the national holidays of India.


VANDE MAATHRAM !! 


In this journey of clicking special memorable moments, I would like to thank Jaggi & Shivaram for initiating this Photowalk.