JP Nadda unfurls national flag at BJP office in Delhi on 76th Republic Day

New Delhi [India], January 26 (ANI): Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President, JP Nadda, unfurled the national flag at party headquarters in Delhi on the occasion of 76th Republic Day.

Nadda also extended wishes to all countrymen on this national occasion and remembered the constitution makers, freedom fighters and our brave soldiers.

“Hearty congratulations and best wishes to all the countrymen on the 76th Republic Day. On the occasion of the national festival, I pay my heartfelt tribute to all the constitution makers, freedom fighters and our brave soldiers who kept the sovereignty, unity and integrity of the nation intact,” Nadda wrote in a post on X.

The BJP chief urged people to contribute toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolve for a ‘Viksit Bharat.’ “Come, let us all make our significant contribution in fulfilling our commitment towards democratic values and the resolve of our honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji for a ‘Developed India’,” he wrote.

Nadda also distributed sweets among security personnel on the occasion.

India is set to celebrate its 76th Republic Day today, in a grand showcase of the country’s unique blend of rich cultural diversity, unity, equality, development and military prowess at Kartavya Path in the national capital.

President Droupadi Murmu will lead the country’s celebrations. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest.

Around 10,000 Special Guests are invited to witness the parade, in line with the government’s objective to increase ‘Jan Bhagidari’ in events of national importance. These Special Guests from different walks of life are the architects of ‘Swarnim Bharat’. They include the best performers in various fields and those who have made the best use of the schemes of the government.

For the first time ever, a tri-services tableau will show the spirit of jointness and integration between the armed forces, having the theme of ‘Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat.’ The tableau will depict a Joint Operations Room facilitating networking and communication among the three Services.

The parade will start at 10:30 AM and will continue for about 90 minutes. The ceremony commences with the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the National War Memorial, where he will lead the nation in paying solemn tributes to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath. The PM will come to the saluting dais at Kartavya Path to witness parade.

The parade will then begin with the President taking the salute. It will be commanded by Parade Commander Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, General Officer Commanding, Delhi Area, a second-generation officer. Major General Sumit Mehta, Chief of Staff, HQ Delhi Area will be the Parade Second-in-Command.

President’s Bodyguard, the senior most Regiment of the Indian Army, will escort President of India and her Indonesian counterpart as they arrive at Kartavya Path. The two Presidents will arrive in the ‘Traditional Buggy.’

As per tradition, the National Flag will be unfurled followed by the National Anthem with a thunderous 21-gun salute using 105-mm Light Field Guns, an indigenous weapon system.

The gallantry awards will follow, which include Param Vir Chakra awardee (Honorary) Captain Yogendra Singh Yadav (retd) and Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar (retd), and Ashok Chakra winner Lt Col Jas Ram Singh (retd). The Param Vir Chakra is awarded for the most conspicuous act of bravery and self-sacrifice in the face of the enemy, while the Ashok Chakra is awarded for similar acts of valour and self-sacrifice.

The Marching contingent of Indonesia’s Military Academy will also take part in the parade, consisting of 152 members and 190 members in the military band.

The ceremony will culminate with the national anthem and the release of balloons carrying banners with the official logo depicting 75 years of the Constitution coming into effect.