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RSS Leader Hosabale Honors Pan-India Sacrifices on Republic Day

RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale stated that India's identity as a Republic is built upon the sacrifices of people from every part of the country and every community. The remarks came as India celebrated its 77th Republic Day, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution in 1950. The day featured a grand parade at Kartavya Path showcasing military strength and cultural diversity, attended by President Murmu and European leaders as chief guests. Following the parade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his tradition of walking along the Kartavya Path, engaging with spectators.

Key Points: RSS on Republic Day: India Built on Nationwide Sacrifices

  • Republic Day marks adoption of Constitution
  • Honors sacrifices from all communities
  • Parade showcases military and culture
  • PM Modi walks Kartavya Path post-parade
  • Foreign dignitaries attend as chief guests
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"India built on sacrifices of people from every region": RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale on R Day

RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale says India's republic identity is rooted in sacrifices from every region and community. PM Modi walks Kartavya Path.

"We are the world's largest democracy and the largest and oldest republic. - Dattatreya Hosabale"

New Delhi, January 26

RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said India's identity as a Republic is rooted in sacrifices made by people from every region, community and age group.

Speaking to the media on Monday, he said, "For India's independence, people from every part of India, from every community, and of every age group, continuously made sacrifices for hundreds of years to make India independent. We are the world's largest democracy and the largest and oldest republic. We are proud of this, and we should remember with gratitude all those sons of India who, while dreaming of a better future for generations of Indians, worked tirelessly."

Republic Day, observed annually on January 26, marks the day India adopted its Constitution in 1950, officially becoming a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic. The day holds immense historical significance as it represents the culmination of India's long struggle for independence and the establishment of constitutional governance based on justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.

Meanwhile, India's 77th Republic Day parade concluded on Monday after a spectacular showcase of the country's military might and diverse culture at Kartavya Path. After the parade and after seeing off the President and the visiting foreign dignitaries, Prime Minister Modi kept with his custom of walking along the Kartavya Path.

He was seen waving to the spectators who had gathered to witness the Republic Day parade. At the end of the ceremony, President Droupadi Murmu, along with Republic Day Parade Chief Guests, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, were escorted by the President's Bodyguard, also known as 'Rashtrapati Ke Angrakshak,' as they departed for Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The President's Bodyguard regiment is the senior-most in the Indian Army and the only one authorised to carry two standards, presented by the President on November 16, 2023. The motto and war cry of the regiment is 'BHARAT MATA KI JAI'. The President's Bodyguard is an Airborne Cavalry Regiment with a history of operational service.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone living in India for the past 5 years, the Republic Day parade is truly awe-inspiring. It's a powerful display of unity in diversity. The message of collective sacrifice is one the whole world can learn from.
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Priya S
While the sentiment is beautiful, I wish such speeches were matched with actions that truly honour every community's contribution equally. Sometimes the narrative feels selective. But yes, the sacrifices were indeed from all regions.
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Vikram M
The parade was fantastic this year! Seeing the President's Bodyguard with their standards gave me goosebumps. 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'! Their motto says it all. Proud to be part of the world's largest democracy.
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Rohit P
Absolutely correct. From Bhagat Singh in Punjab to Rani Lakshmibai in Jhansi, from the tribal leaders in the Northeast to the countless unsung heroes in the South – every region bled for this tricolor. We must never forget that.
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Kavya N
The best part of Republic Day is remembering our Constitution. Secular, socialist, democratic republic – these are the pillars we must protect every day, not just on January 26th. The parade is just the celebration, the Constitution is the gift.

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