Rashtrapati Bhavan buzzed with warmth on Tuesday as President Droupadi Murmu connected with the backbone of Republic Day celebrations. Following the dazzling parade, she honored students, tribals, artists, and cadets in a day filled with appreciation and stories.
Diverse participants from Leh’s icy terrains, Jharkhand’s forests, and Kashmir’s valleys mingled with tableau artisans, tractor handlers, NSS enthusiasts, and NCC youth. Their narratives of hard work and excitement painted a vivid picture of national involvement.
The President lauded one and all—from 2026 parade-linked tribals to state performers and support staff— for infusing the event with splendor and unity. ‘You’ve made our republic’s festival truly representative,’ she affirmed.
Echoing the ‘At Home’ tradition kickstarted in 1950, Monday’s reception united PM Modi, VP Radhakrishnan, and European dignitaries Costa and von der Leyen. It was a nod to Constitution adoption and a boost to India-EU diplomacy.
Eye-catching invites drew from Northeast cultural treasures, enhancing the event’s appeal. Amidst historic gardens, leaders and guests toasted achievements, discussing parade highlights from majestic marches to thematic floats.
This series of engagements highlights President Murmu’s people-centric approach, celebrating contributors from margins to mainstream. It encapsulates Republic Day’s essence: democracy’s strength lies in every participant’s voice and effort.