By Shamsul Huda Qasmi
On the republic Day, I extend my hearty greetings and wishes to you all Indians here and those living abroad. It is a very happy occasion for all of us to celebrate this great day. Across the country 26th January is being celebrated with great enthusiasm and happiness. May our beloved nation move ahead and reach the glory!
Indian Constitution came into force on 26th January in 1950 after the country was freed on 15th August 1947. On this day India became a truly independent state. The dream of our freedom fighters and great leaders, like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawahar Lal Nehru, Maulana Abul kalam Azad, Muhammda Ali Jauhar, Sardar Bhagat singh and so on, who fought and sacrificed their lives for the country, was materialised once India was declared as a free and totally republic nation.
There are two events related to India’s freedom from British rule. One is Independence Day (15th August) and the other, Republic Day (26th January). The first one is a historical event when India gained independence in 1947 and freed herself from the British after a long battle and struggle for freedom, whereas the second event bestowed historicity on 26th January 1950 when India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic with a constitution to guide her destiny.
Today, the Republic Day is celebrated with much enthusiasm all over the country and especially in the capital, New Delhi. The beginning of the occasion is always a solemn reminder of the sacrifice of the martyrs who died for the country in the freedom movement. To mark this occasion, a grand parade is held in New Delhi, the Capital of India, beginning from Raisina Hill near the Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace), along the Rajpath, past India Gate and on to the historic Red Fort in the old quarter of the city. The Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force march in formation, decked in all their finery and official decorations. The President of India, who is also the Commander in Chief of the Indian Armed Forces, takes the salute. The Chief Guest of the parade is a Head of State of another nation. The parade also includes many traditional dance troupes, to symbolize the cultural heritage of India. It traditionally ends with a colourful fly-past by Air Force jets in a tiranga formation. Similar parades are held in the capitals of all the states of India, where the Governor of the respective state takes the salute.
Republic day reminds us of the fulfilments of the promises made on the Independence Day. It is our responsibility to share our efforts and dedicated spirit to the country for its continuous progress. Since the Independence Day the nation has travelled long ahead and occupied a great importance in the world as well. India has genius youths working in all fields leading the country to great success. It is also our duty to remember our elders and freedom fighters who strained every nerve to make the country a free nation. They sacrificed their lives and wealth for the country fighting against the colonial rule imposed by the British.
Now we, the students, the future of India should take responsibility on our shoulders to protect it from all evil eyes. We have to work hard and hard to achieve our target and goal. The more we work the more the country marches ahead. The whole nation relies on us. Let us dedicate ourselves and pledge to harmonise and join hands to the service of this great nation and the largest democratic country in the world.
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