"People in large numbers turned out to attend Republic Day celebrations": Kashmir Divisional Commissioner

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], January 26 (ANI): Kashmir Divisional Commissioner Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Friday said that a lot of people came out of their homes to attend the Republic Day celebrations in Srinagar.
"During this Chillai Kalan, people in large numbers have turned out to attend Republic Day celebrations. I extend a heartfelt thanks to all. We had appealed to people to take part in the program," Divisional Commissioner Vijay Kumar Bidhuri told ANI.
Earlier in the day, President Murmu commenced the celebrations of the 75th Republic Day by unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path.
On her arrival at Kartavya Path, she was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Based on the twin themes of 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat - Loktantra ki Matruka', this year's parade witnessed the participation of around 13,000 special guests, an initiative aimed at providing an opportunity for people from all walks of life to take part in the celebrations and encourage 'Jan Bhagidari' (public involvement) at the event.
As many as 16 states and Union Territories also displayed their heritage diversity through cultural performances and tableaux.
President Droupadi Murmu and French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at the Kartavya Path in the traditional buggy, which made a comeback at the event after 40 years.
A French military contingent also participated in the Republic Day parade. (ANI)