New Delhi: World leaders extended warm wishes to India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the nation celebrates its 74th Republic Day. Several leaders took to their respective Twitter handle to congratulate Indians on this occasion. Russian President Vladimir Putin wished India on Republic Day and lauded India for its achievements in economic, social and several other spheres.
“Please accept congratulations on #RepublicDay. India’s achievements in economic, social, scientific, tech & other spheres are widely known. Your country is making substantial contribution to ensuring int'l stability & to addressing vital issues on regional & global agenda, “ Russian President Putin said.
“I'm confident that by working together we can ensure the continued growth of mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation in all areas. This undoubtedly meets the fundamental interests of the friendly peoples of Russia and India,” he added.
Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, took to his Twitter account to wish Indians on Indian Republic Day. “Sending best wishes to narendramodi and the people of India on Indian Republic Day. As we share national days, we celebrate the warm spirit of affection our people have long held for each other and the depth of our friendship. Australia and India have never been closer,” Albanese wrote.
The President of Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, also extended warm wishes to India. “Warm greetings from Maldives to PM @narendramodi, government and people of India on their 74th Republic Day. May the the spirit of democracy, justice and peace long prevail in India,” Ibrahim Mohamed Solih wrote on Twitter.
Tibetan Spiritual Leader Dalai Lama shared a photo on Twitter and wrote, “HHDL, wearing a traditional hat from Himachal Pradesh, watching the Indian Republic Day Celebrations on TV at his residence in Dharamasala, HP, India on January 26, 2023. Photo by Tenzin Jamphel”
The Foreign Ministry of Maldives Abdulla Shahid hailed the success of the Indian Constitution as an inspiration for other nations. “The success of the Indian Constitution is an inspiration for nations. And the Indian democracy has not only survived, but is thriving. Our warmest felicitations to the Gov & people of #India on the 74th Republic Day. Wishing India peace, progress & prosperity,” Shahid tweeted.
“Israel Embassy also extended warm wishes to India on the occasion of Republic Day. "Embassy of Israel in India join in on celebration of India's rich heritage & cultural diversity by wishing our dear Indian friends in some regional languages," tweets the Embassy.
President Droupadi Murmu commenced the celebrations of the 74th Republic Day, for the first time since assuming office last year, by unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path on Thursday. Keeping with traditon the unfurling of the Tricolour was followed by the national anthem and a customary 21 Gun Salute. Notably, it was for the first time that the 21 Gun Salute was given with 105 mm Indian Field Guns. It replaced the vintage 25-pounder gun. President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is the Chief Guest at this year's parade.
PM Modi paid floral tributes to fallen heroes at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the 74th Republic Day celebrations. He led the nation in paying solemn tributes to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath. The Republic Day celebrations commenced with the homage ceremony at the National War Memorial.