IMPORTANT DAYS

Republic and Independence Day are two major important days in Indian history. A particular theme has to be adopted for every national day being celebrated. Various policies have to be formulated by the concerned authority according to the theme for that year. Republic day and Independence Day are the two major important days in India’s history. 

History of Republic Day 

26th January is considered an important day in India’s history since on 26 January 1950 the constitution of India was actualized and came into effect. It replaced the government act 1935 and it adopted a newly formed government that was represented by people and their elected leaders. The constitution of India was adopted on 26 November 1947, drafted by the committee, whose chairman was Dr. B.R Ambedkar. It took 2 years and 11 months to finish the drafting and it came into effect. Dr. Rajendar Prasad became the first president of India on 26th January 1950 and joined his term of office. 

Importance of Republic Day

The Republic day celebrations are the soul of individual and independent India. Every year republic day is celebrated in New Delhi, the national capital of India, before the president at the Rajpath. On this particular day, various decorous parades are formulated and are performed to give tribute to the nation. Every year the Ministry of Defense organizes this republic day according to a particular theme. Republic day is considered an important day, the particular reason for this is during 1930 the Indian Nation Congress declared “Purna Swaraj” and this was the declaration for the independence of India from the British. This important day also celebrates the power of Indian citizens to select government democratically.

Importance of Republic Day 2022

A novel show representing Drones has been conceptualized, developed, created, and choreographed within India. “Department of Science & Technology, along with the “Indian Institute of Technology” Delhi and startup company Botlab Dynamics came together to promote the Make in India program. This show was organized for 10 minutes and it included about 1000 mechanical drones which were fabricated by indigenous technology. The drones were hovering in the sky in coordination with a piece of background music during the show.

In order to catch a better view and experience, 10 large size LED screens were installed on each side during the parade. Curated films incorporating footage of prior Republic day parades, brief flicks on armed forces, and short stories related to run-up RDC were screened before the parade. Thereafter, these LED screens showed the live event.

On 26 January, a flagship program of NCC prescribed “Shaheedon ko Shat Shat Naman” was launched nationwide in order to pay tribute to the fallen heroes of India who lost their lives while defending India. This program will be continued till 15 august 2022. Ten scrolls which were 75 meters in length were displayed in the Rajpath. It was created during the event of Kala Kumb and was organized jointly by the Ministry of Culture and Defense. These scrolls were developed and painted at Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar by around 700 outstanding artists and youthful talents from all across the nation. The freedom struggle by unsung heroes inspired these artists and it was shown in their cultural and indigenous visual art practices.

History of Independence Day

India celebrates 15th august as a national holiday every year since India got its independence from the British Crown on 15th august 1947 officially. During 1947 Indian independence act came into existence and it transmitted legislative supremacy to the Indian constituent assembly. This day remembers many freedom fighters that lost their lives to the European crown under the supervision of Mahatma Gandhi, Maulana Azad, Subhash Chandra Bose, BR Ambedkar, Sardar Patel, and many more.

Importance of Independence Day

Independence Day is the most important day and date in current India. It is significant to observe this memorable day to recognize the drudgery freedom fighters pushed through to obtain India’s freedom. It has only become possible due to the long struggle that this country was able to become a democratic and sovereign nation. Independence Day will be forever acknowledged as a national honor and pride. Every year India’s honorable prime ministers hoist the flag in Red Fort and address the whole nation. On 15 August 1947, Jawaharlal Nehru, The first prime minister of Independent India addressed the population of India to ensure how this nation could be progressive after getting freedom. These words spoken by Jawaharlal Nehru captured the happiness and struggle of the new India. On this Historical day Jawaharlal Nehru Hoisted, the National Flag at the Lohri gate, and it was marked as an important day and date in India’s History. This symbolic gesture continued to be followed till this day and celebrated as Independence Day. In 2021 India celebrated its 75th independence day and it got its first official website for commemorating Independence Day through features like 360-VR, IDC radio, e-Books, and gallery.

Conclusion

It can be concluded that India celebrated its 73rd republic day on 26th January 2022 and 75th Independence Day on 15th august 2021 which were of immense importance.  These two days play a significant part in the history of India and they also demonstrate India’s democratic structure. Various new features were observed in this current republic day in New Delhi Raj path. This year republic day demonstrated its technological advances, military strength, and cultural diversity through a parade. However, due to covid pandemic on Independence Day, a public gathering was prohibited but was still celebrated from homes.