In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Thank you Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and the people of Bhutan for the warm wishes on the 77th Republic Day of India. May the special bonds of friendship and unique ties between our nations continue to grow from strength to strength."
Despite the smoggy conditions, Republic Day parade rehearsals continued at India Gate, where a visible layer of smog reduced visibility. Security personnel and parade participants carried on with preparations as scheduled for the upcoming national celebrations.
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, led the national celebrations with a floral tribute at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the capital before joining more than 2,000 participants, including officials of the Sports Ministry, Sports Authority of India (SA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the national celebrations at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, emphasising Yoga's significance in nurturing physical, mental, and spiritual growth.
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is being celebrated with great fervour across the country since 2014. In the last eight years, it has gained wide acceptance and the day has now become established at par with other important national celebrations such as Independence Day and Republic Day.