Who unfurls the flag in republic day ceremony?

The ceremonial boulevard of the national capital, the newly-christened Kartavya Path that has witnessed the country free itself from the clutches of colonial rule played host to the 74th Republic Day on January 26, 2023. President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in celebrating Republic Day, and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi was the chief guest at the ceremonial event. This is the first time an Egyptian head of state has been invited to the ceremony. The invite also marks 75 years of diplomatic ties between Cairo and New Delhi. A total of 23 tableaux — 17 from States and Union Territories and six from various Ministries and departments depicting India’s vibrant cultural heritage, and economic and social progress were a part of the parade on the Kartavya Path. Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force along with other security forces presented a spectacular show in front of the nation as they marched past the dais where the President along with other dignitaries took the salute. Here are the latest updates: New Delhi World leaders convey greetings on Republic Day World leaders conveyed Republic Day wishes to India on Thursday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanking them for their greetings and pledging to work together to further strengthen ties. Replying to the French president, PM Modi tweeted, “Grateful for your warm greetings my dear friend Emmanuel Macron on India’s Republic Day. I share your commitment to working together for the success of India’s G20 ...

By Express News Service Kasaragod: The Kasaragod district in-charge minister Ahammad Devarkovil was left embarrassed as the National Flag he unfurled at the Republic Day function on January 26, 2022, faced upside down. The minister for ports and district police chief Vaibhav Saxena, district collector in-charge ADM A K Ramendran, and other top police officers saluted the upside-down flag hoisted at the Kasaragod Municipal Stadium in Vidyanagar on Wednesday. The mistake was spotted by journalists on duty and alerted the officials. The minister expressed his displeasure to the district police chief and stopped the function till the National Flag was correctly hoisted. In 10 minutes, the flag was lowered and correctly re-hoisted, and the Republic Day ceremony was reset. The minister saluted the National Flag and went ahead with the inspection of the guard of honour. District police chief Saxena would be submitting a report on the gaffe to Kannur range deputy inspector general Rahul R Nair. Kasaragod MP Rajmohan Unnithan, MLAs A K M Ashraf, N A Nellikkunnu, C H Kunhambu, M Rajagopalan, and district panchayat president Baby Balakrishnan were the present to watch the parade. Chandera police inspector Narayanan led the parade by Vanitha Police, Armed Police, and Excise Department. The march past was dropped because of Covid restrictions. On November 1, 2021, during Karnataka's Rajyotsava celebration in Mangaluru, the ports minister and minister in-charge of neighbouring Dakshina ...

New Delhi | Jagran News Desk:The entire nation today is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day. The day is celebrated as on this day in 1950, India became a sovereign and its Constitution came into force. The day is celebrated with great fervour and patriotism across the country with the Republic Day parade at Rajpath, India Gate. The Republic Day 2022 parade is the main attraction of the day in which different states and ministries showcase their innovations and achievements in the form of tableaus. As the nation celebrates its 73rd Republic Day, here we have brought you some interesting facts about the national flag. You must have heard people saying 'unfurling' national flag on Republic Day and 'hoisting' national flag on Independence Day. Have you ever wondered what is the difference between the two? If yes, then this article will answer all your questions. Why do we unfurl the flag on R-Day? To be noted, Republic Day's flag is tied on the top of the pole to mark the nation's freedom. Whereas on Independence Day national flag is tied at the bottom and then Prime Minister pulls it up, this is done to mark the historic event of Independence of the country from British rule. Who unfurls the Republic Day flag? Not just this, on Republic Day, President unfurls the flag as he is the first citizen of the country, while on Independence Day Prime Minister hoists the flag as the head of the Central government. This is because, during Independence, the Constitution of India did not co...

Flag Day is June 14, which celebrates the symbolism and history of the American flag. The U.S. has celebrated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes in a variety of ways when President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation establishing the June 14 as Flag Day in May 1916. These celebrations include flying the flag in front of residences, participating in parades, and holding other patriotic events. Several states and numerous cities had begun commemorating the day before to 1916. In 1877 the first Flag Day was celebrated, 100 years after the Continental Congress adopted the flag. In 1949, President Harry Truman officially made Flag Day a day of national observance. While its look has changed more than a few times over the years, the American flag has remained a symbol of freedom and justice. A look back at some of its milestones and reasons for its evolution. American flags throughout history Can’t see our graphics? Click to reload. What do the colors of the flag mean The colors red, white and blue did not have meanings for the Stars and Stripes when it was adopted in 1777. However, when the Congress of the Confederation chose red, white and blue for the Great Seal of the United States in 1782, the meanings were listed as: • No other flag may be flown above or to the right of the U.S. flag, except at the United Nations headquarters. • Citizens may fly the flag at any time but preferably from sunrise to sunset — except for special occasions or when well-lighted. • When a flag...

Plan • • • • • • • • • • • • Who hoists the flag on Republic Day and where? 2) The Prime Minister hoists the tricolour. The day is to mark the historic event of Independence of the country from the British Rule. 3) The flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day takes place at the Red Fort in New Delhi followed by the PM’s address to the nation. Who hosted the national flag on Republic Day? Rajendra Prasad was one to hoist the flag for first time. The first Republic Day was not celebrated at Rajpath like it is done today, instead the location was Irwin Amphitheatre (now Major Dhyanchand National Stadium), named after a former Viceroy. What is difference between flag hoisting and flag unfurling? Well, on Independence Day, the national flag is tied at the bottom and then pulled up. The Prime Minister hoists the tricolor. However, on Republic Day, the flag is tied up on the top and is unfurled without pulling it up. This depicts that the country is already independent. Who hoisted the flag on Republic Day 2021? Governor R K Mathur Who unfurls the flag on Republic Day in state capitals? Celebrations, though on a relatively smaller scale, are also held in all state capitals, where the Governor of the state unfurls the Tricolour. Who Started Republic Day? Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s What is the Speciality of Republic Day? Significance of Republic Day: After attaining independence from the British rule, the new constitution was enrolled by the drafting committee under the deanship of Dr...