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President Murmu's Republic Day Address & Army's Combat-Ready Parade

President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on the eve of Republic Day, with her speech broadcast across All India Radio and Doordarshan. The 77th Republic Day parade will feature 30 tableaux from states, union territories, and central ministries. For the first time, Indian Army contingents will march in a combat-ready battle array, reflecting actual wartime deployment. The parade, commanded by Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, aims to showcase the Army's transformation into a modern, integrated force.

Key Points: President Murmu's Republic Day Eve Address & Parade Details

  • President's address on Jan 25 eve
  • 30 tableaux from states and ministries
  • Army's first combat-ready march array
  • Parade commanded by Lt. Gen. Bhavnish Kumar
  • Showcases indigenous capability
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President Murmu to address nation on eve of Republic Day

President Droupadi Murmu addresses the nation Jan 25. 77th Republic Day parade features 30 tableaux and Army's first combat-ready march.

"The 77th Republic Day Parade will thus stand out as a vivid demonstration of the Indian Army's transformation into a technology-driven, integrated and combat-ready force. - Official Statement"

New Delhi, January 24

President Droupadi Murmu is set to address the nation on January 25 on the eve of Republic Day.

According to a statement from the President's Secretariat, the address will be broadcast from 07:00 pm on the entire national network of Akashvani and telecast on all Doordarshan channels in Hindi, followed by the English version.

The address in Hindi and English on Doordarshan will be followed by broadcasts in regional languages on Doordarshan's regional channels.

Akashvani will broadcast regional-language versions from 09:30 pm onwards on its respective regional networks.

Meanwhile, a total of 30 tableaux, including 17 from States and Union Territories (UTs) and 13 from Ministries, Departments, and Services, will roll down the Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi on January 26.

The list of the participating tableaux includes Assam - Asharikandi - Terracotta Craft Village of Assam; Chhattisgarh - The Mantra of Freedom - Vande Mataram; Gujarat - Mantra of Swadeshi - Self-Reliance - Freedom: Vande Mataram; Kerala - Water Metro & 100 per cent Digital Literacy; Maharashtra - Ganeshotsav; Manipur - Towards Prosperity; Nagaland - The Hornbill Festival - Celebrating Culture, Tourism & Self-Reliance; Tamil Nadu - Mantra of Prosperity; Ministry of Culture - Vande Mataram - The Soul Cry of a Nation; Ministry of Information & Broadcasting - Bharat Katha.

For the first time, Indian Army contingents participating in the Republic Day Parade will march in a combat-ready battle array, reflecting their actual deployment during warfare, Major General Navraj Dhillon, Chief of Staff, HQ Delhi, said during a media interaction in New Delhi on Friday.

The Indian Army Tableau will depict an Integrated Operations Centre, illustrating joint planning, precision targeting and air defence under the protective umbrella of "Sudarshan Chakra", showcasing how modern conflicts are planned and executed in real time.

The parade will comprise 6,065 participants and will be commanded by Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar. The event will also feature 12 military bands and 8 pipe bands, adding ceremonial grandeur to the operational narrative.

The 77th Republic Day Parade will thus stand out as a vivid demonstration of the Indian Army's transformation into a technology-driven, integrated and combat-ready force, firmly anchored in indigenous capability and operational excellence.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The state tableaux list is great! Proud to see Assam's terracotta and Kerala's Water Metro getting national recognition. Republic Day is always a beautiful showcase of our unity in diversity.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the grandeur, I hope the address and parade also meaningfully address the real challenges facing common citizensā€”inflation, employment. Celebrations are important, but so is ground reality.
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Sarah B
The broadcast in so many regional languages is a thoughtful touch. It ensures the President's message reaches every corner of the country in a language people understand best.
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Vikram M
"Sudarshan Chakra" air defence and the tech-driven force display sound impressive. It's a strong message about our indigenous capabilities and readiness. Makes you feel secure. Well done to our armed forces.
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Nisha Z
Excited to see the Ganeshotsav tableau from Maharashtra! šŸ˜ It's such an integral part of our culture. Republic Day parade is the one time I make sure the whole family sits together to watch TV.

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