PM Modi Highlights India's Democracy, Unity, and Global Engagement on Republic Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed that India's 77th Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path powerfully showcased the nation's democratic strength, rich heritage, and unity. He noted the presence of EU leaders, signifying growing India-EU ties, and highlighted the display of India's formidable security apparatus and cultural diversity. Modi also extended gratitude to various world leaders for their greetings, emphasizing India's expanding global partnerships and its confident, engaged presence on the world stage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with immense enthusiasm and pride, with the grand parade at Kartavya Path serving as a powerful reflection of the country's robust democracy, rich heritage, and the unifying spirit binding the nation. Through a series of social media posts, Modi emphasized that the magnificent event was a vivid display of national pride, showcasing India's cultural mosaic through vibrant performances and tableaux.A key highlight was the presence of European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Modi underlined that their attendance underscored the increasing strength of the India-European Union partnership and India's commitment to shared values, expecting this visit to provide fresh impetus to India's engagement and cooperation with Europe across various sectors. The Prime Minister also pointed out that the celebrations showcased India’s formidable security apparatus, reflecting the nation's preparedness, technological capability, and unwavering dedication to citizen safety, calling the strengthening capabilities of India's security forces a source of national pride.Modi separately expressed gratitude to several world leaders for their Republic Day greetings. He looked forward to welcoming French President Emmanuel Macron to further deepen the India-France strategic partnership, acknowledged the special bonds with Bhutan in his reply to Tshering Tobgay, and reaffirmed India’s commitment to a comprehensive partnership with Cyprus in response to Nikos Christodoulides. Modi concluded that the Republic Day celebrations reflected India’s democratic spirit, cultural vibrancy, and expanding global partnerships, reinforcing its position as a confident and engaged nation on the world stage.