Republic Day of India

Although India obtained its independence on August 15, 1947, the Constitution of India has been in effect since January 26, 1950. Hence this date is celebrated as Republic Day. It is one of the three national holidays in India.

Related Topics:
India - August 15 - 1947 - Constitution of India - January 26 - 1950

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To mark the importance of this occasion, every year a grand parade is held in the capital, New Delhi, from the Raisena Hill near the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's Palace), along the Rajpath, past India Gate and on to the historic Red Fort. The different regiments of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force march past in all their finery and official decorations. The President of India who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, takes the salute. The parade also includes vibrant displays and floats and traditionally ends with a fly past by Indian Air Force jets.

Related Topics:
New Delhi - Raisena Hill - Rashtrapati Bhavan - India Gate - Red Fort - President of India - Commander-in-Chief - Indian Air Force

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