The forthcoming Republic Day is a special part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations across the country. As part of the celebrations, the government of India hosts many cultural events, but the Republic day Parade is above all. 

The grand parade at the Kartavya path is a tribute to the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the nation. 

This year the celebrations will be special with many firsts. Here are some Interesting facts about the Republic day parade 2023. 

1. BSF's women contingent to be featured for 1st time since Independence

The women contingent of the BSF will be in the Republic Day Parade for the first time. Uniforms of the women's contingent atop camels have been designed by renowned designer Mr Raghavendra Rathore. They will join their male counterparts in the parade who have been a part of the parade since 1976. 

2. India's 2023 Republic Day Chief Guest

The leaders of different nations grace the Republic Day celebrations every year. This year, Egypt's president Fattah al-Sisi will be the chief guest. Fattah al-Sisi is the first republic day chief guest after a two-year gap caused by COVID-19. President el-Sisi is also the first Egyptian leader bestowed with the honour. 

180 Egyptian Military personnel are expected to be part of the parade during the visit of Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on January 26. The Ministry of External Affairs suggests foreign leaders who can be invited to Republic day celebrations every year. 

3. March-past by NCC contingents

NCC will host its annual republic day parade in the evening for the first time. The parade will be held on January 28 at Delhi's Cariappa Parade.

Also, instead of the standard practice of 17 contingents, only five contingents will march past the parade. Raised in 1948, NCC is the largest uniformed Youth organisation. 

4. Grand Cultural Show at Kartavya Path

The grand cultural show with the theme of Nari Shakti will witness a performance by 500 dancers. The dancers performing at Kartavyapath have been shortlisted through state competitions. 

5. Republic Day Theme 2023

The theme for the Republic Day parade 2023 is ‘Participation of the Common People’. The event will witness the attendance of common people from different walks of society. Invites to the parade have been sent to construction workers, vegetable vendors, street vendors etc. 

6. Tableau at Republic Day Parade 2023

After six rounds of screening, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Assam, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, West Bengal,  Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Dada Nagar Haveli-Daman & Diu, Jammu & Kashmir, & Ladakh have been selected for presenting tableau at Republic Day Parade 2023. 

7. First celebrations at Kartavya Path

Republic Day Parade 2023 will be the first one at Kartavya Path after the completion of the redevelopment project. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated central Vista Avenue in September. 

8. Virtual Tour of Beating Retreat Ceremony

The beating retreat ceremony marks the end of 4 day long republic day celebrations on January 29. It is an age-old tradition. 360-degree virtual tour of the beating retreat ceremony will be available on the official website for Republic day Celebrations. 

9. Navy’s vintage IL38 SD to fly overhead Kartavya Path

The 50 aircraft-strong that will flypast over the Kartavya path will include the Vintage IL38 SD for the first and last time. The Navy’s IL38 SD was inducted in the late 1970s and has played a critical role in long-range maritime missions. The Soviet-made aircraft has a substantial operating range. 

10. Free Metro Ride for E-ticket Holders 

The e-ticket holders for the Republic Day parade can enjoy a free metro ride on January 26. The e-tickets booked online can be shown at metro stations to avail of the free ride. Udyog Bhawan and Central Secretariat are the two metro stations near the Kartavya Path. 

Conclusion 

Republic Day marked the country's transition to a republic on January 26, 1950. The celebrations feature spectacular military and cultural pageantry along the Kartavya path in New Delhi. The occasion of the 74th Republic Day will be memorable with many firsts. Tickets for the Republic Day parade are already available, and you can witness the event live from Kartavya Path. 

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This year, the Republic Day Parade will witness major changes in view of the Covid protocols. Republic Day celebrations of this year will be different from all the previous occasions. The outbreak of coronavirus has left the world rattled. The discovery of new COVID strain has also affected the Republic Day plans of India. 

There will be few new additions to this year’s celebrations, let us take a look at the things that will be different from the previous years. Moreover, this year most of us will be staying at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. While staying at home make your Republic day special with the best online offers. 

Shorter Parade Distance

The Republic Day Parade 2021 will not culminate at the Red First. It is the first time in the history of Republic Day that the parade will start from Vijay Chowk and end at the National Stadium. The distance of the Parade has been reduced from 8.2 kilometers to 3.3 kilometers.

Fewer people will witness the parade at Rajpath this year. The government is following strict social distancing protocols due to the pandemic. The Parade will be shorter with smaller marching contingents. Narendra Modi’s vision of Atma Nirbhar Bharat will feature in this year's celebrations. 

Participation of Rafale Jets

The Rafale fighter jets that have been inducted into the Indian Air Force recently will participate in the parade. "The flypast will culminate with a single Rafale aircraft carrying out a 'Vertical Charlie' formation." The fighter jets were purchased from France. So far 11 of the Rafale Jets have been inducted in to the IAF. 

Reduction in Marching Contingents

The number of members in contingents has been reduced to 96 from 144. The size of contingents is reformulated to 12×8 rows and columns in place of 12×12. This reduction is also because of the decision to maintain social distancing between the marching contingents which will be placed at a longer distance. 

In view of the 50th anniversary of the 1971 war, a contingent of Bangladesh armed forces will also participate in the parade.

Fewer Spectators to Witness the Parade

The number of spectators has been reduced from 1,15,000 to 25,000. Also, children below 15 years of age will not be allowed entry into the event. There will a change in the patterns of the Republic Day parade as well. All marching contingents and performers will be seen wearing masks. The cultural programs that are a major attraction of the parade have been cut-down as well. 

1st woman fighter pilot to take part in R Day parade

Meanwhile, Flight lieutenant Bhawana Kanth is the first woman fighter pilot to be a part of R-Day Parade this year. Bhawana Kanth will be a part of the IAF’s tableau that showcases mock-ups of the light combat aircraft. She is one of the first women fighter pilots in the Indian Air Force. She is posted at an airbase in Rajasthan where she flies the MiG-21 Bison fighter plane. Bhawana Kanth was inducted  into the IAF in 2016 along with Avani Chaturvedi and Mohana Singh. It is a pride moment for the entire country. 

No Chief Guest

UK Prime Minister Borris Johnson was expected to the Chief Guest of Republic Day Parade 2021. But he has to cancel his visit due to the new COVID strain in the United Kingdom. In a press release, the UK Foreign Office said "The decision to cancel the visit has been taken because of the new variant of the coronavirus due to which the pandemic has escalated in the United Kingdom.

The last time Republic Day had no chief guest was 1966. The years 1952 and 1953 also did not have a Chief Guest. Republic Day Parade is a key event in the diplomatic relations of India. A foreign dignitary is invited as a chief guest since the first republic day. 

The parade showcases the might of miltary and cultural diversity of the country. The 72nd Republic Day will be different due to the decisions taken in wake of coronavirus. Moreover, the Republic Day Parade will be of a shorter duration as well. Despite the Covid restrictions, the overall traditional character of the Republic Day Parade would be maintained. 

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Every year we all enjoy the Republic ay holidays, Parade, and more. But have we ever thought of a reason why we do that? There might be an answer that it is because it is 26th January but why is it a holiday?

I am sure there would be many different answers for it, but many of you don’t know the real answers but ask them what that means, you would get various confusing answers.

Here we are going to give you the real answer which you should know about Republic Day!!

Republic Day was the day when India became a Republic state, admittedly. The Constitution of India came into impact on this day 70 years ago. Also know the online offers on Republic Day by a click on the link.

For all the people during the time of the Republic was not an easy time as making a constitution was a task. India got Independence on 15th August 1947 and on 28th August 1947, a Drafting Committee was born whose task was to draft a Constitution. Dr B.R. Ambedkar was the chairman of this committee, and this tremendous task took two years, 11 months, and 18 days to get finished!

26th January is not just a Holiday for us but more than that, and here we have some interesting facts for you. So explore with us in knowing the facts about Republic Day!!!

Here Are The Top 10 Amazing Facts Which You Must Know About Republic Day

1. Firstly let us talk about the word ‘REPUBLIC‘ . It refers to a state in which the highest power lies in the hand of the people or subject, and they together elect a spokesperson to run the state. It also stated as “no monarchy”, and the Indian Constitution chose a Democratic government.

2. The Indian Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution on 26th November 1949, but it came into real effect on 26th January 1950. It took one year in all the process, and it was a tough time for everyone!!!

3. Why was the date 26th January selected as the Republic Day? The reason behind it is that on this date in the year 1930, the Indian National Congress proclaimed a ‘Purna Swaraj’ (complete freedom) to oppose the British Government.

4. When the Constitution was at the drafting table, people were following the Colonial Indian Government Of India’s Act. The head of the state was a chosen Governor-General and not an elected President.

5. After the Constitution of India came into existence, Dr Rajendra Prasad became the 1st President of India.

6. There was a time when the Indian Air Force was known as the ‘Royal Air Force’, but on the day of Republic the word ‘Royal’ was dropped, and the new name occurred as ‘Indian Air Force.’

7. All of you might wait for the Republic Day Parade to watch on TV or live on 26th January every year. At the parade time, several people have been the guest of honour but do you know who the 1st Guest Of Honor was? I am sure many of you don’t, but the 1st one was the Indonesian President Sukarno in 1950 who graced this event. Nowadays you need to buy the Republic Day Parade Tickets to watch the whole thing!!!

8. Twenty-one gun salutes grasp the act of the President of India raising the National Flag on 26th January every year.

9. This Republic Day celebration is a 3-day affair. It ends with “Beating the Retreat” and then a military ceremony held on 29th January every year.

10. In the world, the Constitution of India is the longest one as makers of the Indian Constitution thoroughly read the Constitutions of the Independent nations from the four corners of the world. Then, they incorporated all the right things from them. Just for a better understanding, the 5-year plan was taken from the Constitution of the USSR. In contrast, the distribution of power amidst the Union & the State was taken from the Constitution of Canada.

Here we have mentioned the 10 facts which I am sure you might not be knowing. So might have read them all and must be overwhelmed by the facts. You can now share it with your friends and family and let them also know the real reason behind 26th January.

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