Salman Khan, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif and more celebs greet on Republic Day 2024 – View posts here

India is joyously observing its 75th Republic Day today, a national holiday that marks the adoption of the Constitution of India on January 26, 1950. Each year, the celebrations for this significant day showcase splendid military and cultural pageantry. In New Delhi, armed forces personnel participate in a grand march along the Kartavya Path, presenting an impressive display of military prowess. The spectacular show on Kartavya Path takes center stage, capturing the essence of the day's significance across the nation. Witness how celebrities are extending their greetings on this auspicious occasion.

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Celebrities greet on Republic Day 2024

On microblogging site X today, superstar Salman Khan wrote, “Wishing A Very Happy Republic Day To All.” Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan sang the National Anthem for children with physical disabilities.

Celebrity couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif shared a beautiful picture with the Indian Flag on Republic Day. Superstar Deepika Padukone greeted her fans on the occasion and reminded them to watch Fighter at the theatres. This patriotic film salutes the courage and spirit of the Indian Air Force.

Alia Bhatt shared an Instagram Story as well, greeting on the occasion. Wife of Asia’s most-followed Instagrammer Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma wished Indians on the joyous occasion as well.

Ajay Devgn wrote a message on Twitter which read, “I remember the pride and joy we felt as students, as we recited poems at the top of our voices and learned how to celebrate our nation wholeheartedly Jai Hind! Wishing you all a very Happy Republic Day.”

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What is the significance of the day?

Republic Day, celebrated annually on January 26th, marks the momentous adoption of India's constitution and its transformation into a republic in 1950. The festivities for this day showcase remarkable military and cultural pageantry. In New Delhi, the Kartavya Path witnesses a grand procession of armed forces personnel, displaying their might in an elaborate showcase of military prowess. The spectacle on Kartavya Path takes precedence, overshadowing other events throughout the country on this auspicious day.

The celebrations kick off with a majestic parade held in the capital, New Delhi, beginning from Raisina Hill near the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), proceeding along the Kartavya Path, passing India Gate, and concluding at the historic Red Fort. The day is marked by ceremonial parades at the Kartavya Path, serving as a tribute to India, its unity in diversity, and its rich cultural heritage. The states of India contribute to the festivities by constructing captivating tableaus.

The theme chosen for the tableaux at the Republic Day Parade 2024 is 'Bharat - The Mother of Democracy.'

This year, French President Emmanuel Macron was invited as the Chief Guest of the Republic Day parade.

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