Republic Day 2023: Kashmir's Clock Tower To Red Fort, Several Iconic Monuments Illuminated In Tricolour. In Pics

From Jammu and Kashmir's Clock Tower to the National Capital's Red Fort, several iconic places across the country have been illuminated in tricolour ahead of Republic Day.

Several Iconic Places Illuminated Across The Country Ahead Of Republic Day

The Red Fort and its surroundings were illuminated on the eve of Republic Day. Republic Day celebrates India's independence spirit! On this day in 1930, the Indian National Congress declared Purna Swaraj, signalling the end of colonial authority. (Image Source: ANI)

Republic Day also commemorates Indian citizens' right to vote for a democratically run government. The nation observes it as a national holiday to honour the creation of the Indian Constitution. (Image Source: ANI)

The nation as a whole is extremely excited for Republic Day celebrations. The President will hoist the national flag, and then there will be great military and cultural performances. (Image Source: ANI)

On the eve of Republic Day, the Supreme Court is illuminated in tricolour. Egypt's president, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, will attend the parade on January 26. On Republic Day 2023, women riding camels with the Border Security Force (BSF) will make their official debut. (Image Source: ANI)

Every year, hundreds of thousands of Indians flock to airshows put on by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force to celebrate the country's rich heritage, cultural legacy, and achievements. (Image Source: ANI)

On January 26, 1950, India's Constitution was adopted, and that day was designated as Republic Day. Indian independence from the British Raj was achieved in 1947, but the Constitution of India did not enter into force until January 26, 1950, when the country was declared a republic. (Image Source: ANI)

Tamil Nadu: The Puratchi Thalaivar Dr M G Ramachandran Central Railway Station in Chennai has been lit up in Tricolor colours ahead of Republic Day. (Image Source: ANI)

On the eve of the 74th Republic Day, the Salal Power Station in Reasi in Jammu and Kashmir was illuminated in Tricolor colours. (Image Source: ANI)

Jammu and Kashmir: A clock tower in Sopore, North Kashmir, is lit up in tricolour. (Image Source: ANI)

Government buildings in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, are lit up in the Tricolor. (Image Source: ANI)