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President Murmu Hosts Republic Day 'At Home' Reception for Dignitaries

President Droupadi Murmu hosted the traditional "At Home" reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the 77th Republic Day. The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, and European Council President Antonio Costa, among other dignitaries. The reception featured vibrant artistic and cultural elements from India's North Eastern states. Republic Day commemorates the enactment of the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, formally establishing India as a sovereign democratic republic.

Key Points: President Murmu Hosts Republic Day Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan

  • President hosts Republic Day reception
  • PM Modi and EU leaders attend
  • Celebrates India's constitutional journey
  • Showcases North Eastern culture
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President Murmu hosts 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu hosted the traditional Republic Day 'At Home' reception, attended by PM Modi, EU leaders, and other dignitaries.

"President Droupadi Murmu hosted 'At Home' reception on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day - Rashtrapati Bhavan"

New Delhi, January 26

President Droupadi Murmu hosted the traditional "At Home" reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, European Council President Antonio Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and other dignitaries were present at the event.

According to the official X handle of Rashtrapati Bhavan, it stated, "President Droupadi Murmu hosted 'At Home' reception on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Chief Guests of the Republic Day Celebration, President of the European Council, Mr Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission, Ms Ursula von der Leyen, attended the reception."

The post further added, "Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Chief Justice of India Shri Justice Surya Kant, Speaker Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla, Union Ministers, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and in Lok Sabha, eminent citizens who have made remarkable contributions in different fields and beneficiaries of various developmental programmes of the Government were also present on the occasion. The guests enjoyed the vibrant artistic and cultural elements as well as the cuisine of the North Eastern states of India."

Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu presided over the grand celebrations on Kartavya Path in New Delhi.

This year, Kartavya Path, stretching from Rashtrapati Bhawan to the National War Memorial, was elaborately decorated to showcase India's remarkable journey.

The celebrations featured an extraordinary blend of the 150-year legacy of the national song Vande Mataram, the country's unprecedented developmental progress, robust military strength, vibrant cultural diversity, and active participation from citizens across all walks of life.

Republic Day marks a defining milestone in India's national journey. It marks the day the Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950, formally establishing the country as a 'Sovereign Democratic Republic'.

While independence on August 15, 1947, ended colonial rule, it was the adoption of the Constitution that completed India's transition to self-governance based on law, institutional accountability, and the will of the Indians.

- ANI

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Rohit P
A proud day for every Indian. Seeing our leaders and foreign dignitaries together on Republic Day fills me with pride. The decorations on Kartavya Path must have been spectacular.
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Aman W
While the event looks grand, I hope the "beneficiaries of various developmental programmes" who were invited felt genuinely included and not just as a photo-op. The real celebration is ensuring the Constitution's promises reach every citizen.
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Sarah B
The blend of tradition and modern diplomacy here is impressive. Hosting European leaders shows India's growing global stature. The cultural elements from the North East are something the world needs to see more of.
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Karthik V
Vande Mataram! 150 years of our national song being celebrated gives me goosebumps. This is what Republic Day is about - remembering our journey and celebrating our unity. Well done Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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Nisha Z
The 'At Home' reception is such a lovely tradition. It's good to read about the former President and opposition leaders also being present. That's the spirit of our democracy.

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