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Indian Missions Across US Celebrate Republic Day with Flag Hoisting and Diaspora

Indian diplomatic missions across the United States celebrated the 77th Republic Day with traditional flag-hoisting ceremonies. Ambassadors and Consuls General read the President of India's address, which emphasized constitutional values and the diaspora's role in national development. Events from Washington to Houston featured strong participation from the Indian-American community, with some locations inaugurating new facilities. Cultural programs and special exhibitions, including one marking 150 years of the national song "Vande Mataram," were integral parts of the celebrations.

Key Points: Indian Republic Day Celebrated Across US Diplomatic Missions

  • Flag hoisting ceremonies held at embassies & consulates
  • President's address read, highlighting constitutional values
  • Diaspora participation key across all events
  • Special exhibitions marked 150 years of Vande Mataram
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Indian diplomatic missions celebrate Republic Day across US

Indian diplomatic missions in the US marked the 77th Republic Day with flag hoisting, readings of the President's address, and vibrant diaspora participation.

"The address highlighted the values of the Constitution and the role of citizens... in building a Developed India@2047. - Consulate General of India, New York"

Washington, Jan 27

Indian diplomatic missions and consulates across the United States celebrated the 77th Republic Day of India with flag hoisting ceremonies, diaspora participation, and readings of the President of India's address.

At the Embassy of India in Washington, Ambassador Vinay Kwatra unfurled the tricolour at India House. The embassy said the President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day was relayed during the event.

The embassy said the ambassador presented awards to winners of a competition held to mark Vishwa Hindi Diwas. It added that members of the Indian diaspora took part in the celebrations.

In Seattle, the Indian tricolour was unfurled at the Federal Reserve Building as Republic Day celebrations began with the hoisting of the national flag. India in Seattle thanked Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson for attending and for reaffirming the friendship between India and Seattle.

"The new office of the India Consular Application Center (co-located with the Consulate now) was also inaugurated," the post said. It added that more than 300 members of the Indian American community joined the celebrations.

In New York, the Consulate celebrated the 77th Republic Day with a flag hoisting by Consul General Binaya Srikanta Pradhan. He read the President of India's address to the nation.

The post said the address highlighted the values of the Constitution and the role of citizens in India and the Indian diaspora abroad in building a Developed India@2047. It thanked members of the diaspora for attending despite extreme weather conditions.

In Houston, the Consulate General of India said it celebrated the 77th Republic Day with solemnity and pride. Consul General D.C. Manjunath unfurled the national flag and read the President of India's address to the nation.

The Houston consulate said the celebrations included a special "Vande Mataram" exhibition. The exhibition marked 150 years of the national song and highlighted its role in India's freedom movement.

In Chicago, the Consul General unfurled the tricolour at the consulate to mark Republic Day. The President of India's address to the nation was read during the ceremony.

The post said the address reaffirmed constitutional values of democracy, unity and national pride. It added that the event was followed by a brief cultural program marking the 150th year of "Vande Mataram."

In Boston, Deputy Consul General Shruthi Purushotam joined community members and the Indian Association of Greater Boston to celebrate Republic Day. The post said the event reflected the spirit of the Indian diaspora.

It added that the celebration highlighted India's constitutional values, unity, and cultural heritage.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Wonderful to see the celebrations, especially the focus on Vande Mataram's 150 years. Our history and constitutional values deserve to be celebrated globally. Kudos to the missions for organizing this.
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David E
Attended the event in Seattle with my family. The Mayor's presence was a nice gesture. It's great for our kids to connect with their heritage. The new application center will be very helpful too.
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Aditya G
While it's good to see celebrations, I hope our diplomatic missions also focus on pressing issues faced by Indians abroad, like visa delays and student concerns. Celebrations are important, but so is consistent service.
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Sarah B
The Developed India@2047 vision mentioned in the President's address is so inspiring. The diaspora has a real role to play in that journey. Events like these strengthen that bond.
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Karthik V
Feeling emotional reading this. Even in extreme weather, people showed up. That's the love for the motherland. The values of our Constitution are timeless and worth celebrating everywhere.

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