As India celebrates its 74th Republic Day on Thursday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is all set to attend the parade as the chief guest. It is for the first time that an Egyptian leader has been invited on India's Republic Day.
As India celebrates its 74th Republic Day, over 11 Crore rural households of the country have access to tap water connection, said a press release by the Ministry of Jal Shakti on Wednesday.
The President referred to India's Presidency of G20 and said the premier forum for international economic cooperation is the ideal platform to discuss global warming and climate change
In his message, the Governor said, "On this day, in 1950, India was established as the largest democratic republic and 'we the People' put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy are appreciated worldwide.
The President said, "I salute all the brave hearts of our armed forces, paramilitary forces and police forces who laid down their lives in the line of duty."
As India prepares to celebrate its 74th Republic Day, the first in Amrit Kaal on Thursday, security in the national capital has been stepped up to ensure a peaceful celebration of the event.
The central government will confer the President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service and Police Medal for Meritorious Service to five personnel of the Himachal Pradesh Police on the occasion of the 74th Republic Day.