When was the first Republic Day parade held in India?

When was the first Republic Day parade held in India?

1950
The parade takes place every year on 26 January at Rajpath, New Delhi. It is the main attraction of India’s Republic Day celebrations, which last for three days. The first parade was held in 1950, and it has been held every year since.

Who Attended 2021 republic parade?

In 2021, roughly 25,000 people attended the parade. This year, children under the age of 15 will not be permitted to attend the function. As per guidelines issued by the Delhi Police, all visitors to the Republic Day parade are required to be completely vaccinated against Covid.

Who takes the salute at the grand parade on Republic Day in New Delhi?

President Ram Nath Kovind
The Republic Day Parade ceremony will start with Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the National War Memorial. As per the tradition, the National Flag will be unfurled followed by the National Anthem with a booming 21-gun salute. The parade will commence with President Ram Nath Kovind taking the salute.

Who was the first chief guest of R day parade?

The first guest at the Republic Day parade when it moved to Rajpath in 1955, was an unlikely one: Pakistan’s Governor General Malik Ghulam Mohammed.

When was the 1st Republic Day celebrated?

January 26, 1950
On January 26, 1950, the Preamble to the Constitution of India — a statement presenting the key principles of the Constitution — came into effect. This completed the country’s transition to a sovereign republic.

Who hoists the national flag on 26th January 2022?

President Kovind hoisted the national flag at Rajpath on the occasion of 73rd Republic Day. New Delhi: As India celebrates its 73rd Republic Day, President Ram Nath Kovind led the celebrations at Rajpath and unfurled the national flag.

Who won the Republic Day Parade 2022?

NEW DELHI : According to a press release, the India government on Friday announced Uttar Pradesh as best state tableau of Republic Day parade 2022. The tableau of Uttar Pradesh has been selected as the best tableau among the 12 States/UTs which participated in the Republic Day parade on 26 January 2022.

Who was the chief guest 2022?

List of chief guests