R-Day LIVE: States showcase tableau at Rajpath

12:33 January 26

Spectators cheer Bal Puraskar winners at Republic Day parade

An enthusiastic crowd of spectators were seen greeting Bal Puraskar winners on Sunday as the Republic Day parade rolled down as part of grand celebrations here for the 71st Republic Day at Rajpath.

The proud winners of Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2020 arrived in open jeeps.

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had interacted with the recipients of Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2020 and shared pictures of all 49 winners along with their profile.

12:17 January 26

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the crowds at Rajpath.

12:07 January 26

Asst Sub Inspector Sujata Goswami with five of her teammates speeds down the Rajpath displaying their daring formation, 'All Round Defence'.
The 'Beam Roll' formation led by Head Constable Asha Kumari showcases a daredevil rolling on the beam.

11:57 January 26

K'taka tableau on R-Day depicts 'work is worship' philosophy of Basaveshwara

On the occasion of the 71st Republic Day, Karnataka state's tableau depicted the philosophy of Basaveshwara and the concept of Anubhava Mantapa (Centre for Experience), which was the socio-religious centre that existed in the present-day Basava Kalyana of Bidar district in Karnataka.

It is regarded as the first religious parliament in the history of mankind.

This 12th-century centre has a special significance in the history of humanity, as it represents composite culture, philosophy, spirituality, equality among other universal human values.

These values were propagated by the saint and social reformer- Basaveshwara and other sharanas- followers of Basava philosophy of the socio-religious movement.

11:51 January 26

Naval tableau showcases might and fire power of Indian Navy in all three dimensions

The Indian Navy showcased its assets like Boeing P8I Long Range Maritime Patrol Aircraft and the Kolkata Class Destroyer and the Kalvari Class submarine at the Republic Day Parade on Sunday.

The fore part of the Naval tableau showcased the might and fire power of Navy in all three dimensions viz surface, sub-surface and air portrayed through state-of-the-art assets.

The next part of tableau showcased the Navy's commitment to nation-building.

The indigenous aircraft carrier Vikrant under construction at the Cochin Shipyard Limited.

The role of the Navy in terms of safeguarding offshore economic assets as well as rendering Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) was portrayed through murals on the sides depicting flood relief operations undertaken in Maharashtra, escort operations undertaken in the Persian Gulf and the defence of offshore energy assets.

11:48 January 26

'Back to Village' themed tableau of J-K showcases rich heritage, traditional art of the region

Jammu and Kashmir participated in the Republic Day 2020 parade for the first time as a Union Territory on Sunday. The tableau on the theme 'Back to Village', showcased the rich cultural life and heritage of the region.

While an artisan weaving a Kashmiri shawl was depicted in the front, the middle part showcased an artisan working on the traditional pottery. The rear part showed an artist making a painting in the traditional Basholi style.

While artists performed folk music and dance, others were seen going about their routine business amidst a lush green landscape. A typical Kashmiri wooden house and a wooden bridge over a gushing rivulet were also showcased in the tableau.

'Back to Village' is a programme which was started last year by the Jammu and Kashmir administration which has been garnering a massive response, especially from the people in the militancy infested areas.

The aim of the programme is to bridge the gap between the achievable and achieved goals in development, take governance to doorsteps of the rural and inaccessible areas and generate credible and empirical feedback.

11:05 January 26

Lt Gen Asit Mistry leads R-Day celebration at Rajpath as Parade Commander

Lieutenant General Asit Mistry on Sunday led the parade on the occasion of 71st Republic Day as Parade Commander.

Major General Alok Kacker, Chief of Staff Delhi Area, is the second-in-command for the parade.

General Officer Commanding Delhi area, Lt Gen Asit Mistry, had also led the Republic day parade last year.

Earlier, a 21-cannon salute -- a customary gun salute performed by the firing of cannons or artillery as a military honour -- were fired at an interval of 2.25 seconds to cover entire National Anthem of 52 seconds in 3 successive rounds of 7 cannons each.

10:55 January 26

 Telangana tableaux depict Bathukamma, a floral festival of the state and tableaux of Assam depicts bamboo and cane crafts from the state.

10:52 January 26

Tableau of Himachal Pradesh showcases the Kullu Dussehra festival and the tableau of Madhya Pradesh depicts the Tribal Museum of state.

10:46 January 26

 Tableaux of different states have begun at the Republic Day parade.

Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro is the Chief Guest at the celebrations this year.

10:28 January 26

Captain Tanya Shergill becomes the first woman parade adjutant

The marching contingent of the Corps of Signals is led by Captain Tanya Shergil, a fourth-generation Army Officer. The motto of the Corps is 'Teevra Chaukas'.

10:09 January 26

President of India Ram Nath Kovind unfurls the national flag on 71st Republic Day, at Rajpath
 

10:05 January 26

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Rajpath where Republic Day parade will begin shortly
 

09:39 January 26

PM Modi leads the nation in paying tributes to the fallen soldiers, by laying a wreath at National War Memorial.

Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Army Chief Gen Naravane, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh, Air Force Chief Air Marshal RKS Bhaduria present.

09:36 January 26

PM Modi arrives at the National War Memorial at India Gate

The PM is received by the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the first-ever Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Army Chief Gen Naravane, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh, Air Force Chief Air Marshal RKS Bhaduria.
 

07:22 January 26

PM Modi Lays Wreath at National War Memorial Ahead of R-Day Celebrations

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay homage to the fallen soldiers at the newly built National War Memorial (NWM) at the India Gate here on Sunday morning prior to participating in the 71st Republic Day celebrations.

Republic Day parade Deputy Commander Major General Alok Kakkar said this would be the first time the Prime Minister of the country will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the Republic Day.

The NWM, which was inaugurated in February last year by PM Modi, has been built in memory of the soldiers who laid down their lives for the country post-independence.

"Prior to the commencement of the Parade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation in paying solemn tributes to the martyrs by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial at the India Gate," an official statement read.

"After the Prime Minister lays the wreath, the Guard Commander will give Salami Shastra - Present Arms and Shok Shastra - Reverse Arms. The buglers will sound the 'Last Post'... After the 'Last Post', a two-minute silence will be observed," the statement added.

Wing Commander Vipul Goyal of the Indian Air Force will command the Inter-Services contingent. The Army contingent will be led by Capt Soham Satpati, and the Navy by Lieutenant Commander Phani Sushanth.

Squadron leader Rajesh will lead the Air Force contingent.Followingly, the Prime Minister and other dignitaries will drive to the saluting dais.PM Modi will be received at the Republic Day celebration by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat and the three Services Chiefs, Deputy Commander Major General Alok Kakkar had said.

Kakkar had added that 16 marching contingents from Army, Navy, Air Force and Paramilitary forces will take part along with 31 bands overall.In addition, the Army Air Defence Corps will for the first time take part as a marching contingent while the Signal Corps contingent would be led by Captain Tanya Shergill, who is a fourth generation Army officer.

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