Indian PM Narendra Modi, who is leading the nation in celebrating Republic Day during an annual grand event in New Delhi, on Friday (January 26, 2024) wished people on the social media platform.

"Best wishes on special occasion of the 75th Republic Day. Jai Hind!" Modi posted on X.

The grand Republic Day parade will begin at 10.30 am.

India will display its enthralling military prowess and cultural heritage at the iconic 'Kartavya Path' in the national capital.

The event will be attended by French President Emmanuel Macron as the Chief Guest.

Modi, Emmanuel Macron participate in Jaipur mega road show

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron Thursday (January 25, 2024) evening held a mega roadshow in Jaipur which was attended by hundreds of people who gathered on both sides of the road to greet the two leaders.

He is visiting the country as the chief guest in the Republic Day ceremony this year.

On his arrival, Marcon was greeted with a warm reception followed by the roadshow.

President mentions Ram Temple, Chandrayaan 3 in her Republic Day address

Stating that there have been many events including the G20 summit under India's Presidency and Chandrayaan-3 in the last year for the citizens to rejoice and take pride, President Droupadi Murmu in her address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2024 said that consecration of idol of Lord Ram is a landmark ceremony in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage.

"Earlier this week, we witnessed the historic consecration ceremony of the idol of Prabhu Shri Ram in the glorious new temple constructed at His birthplace in Ayodhya. When this event is seen in the wider perspective, the future historians will consider it a landmark in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage," President Murmu said.

She noted that the construction of the Ram temple commenced after the due judicial process and the decision of the country's highest court.

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"Now it stands as a grand edifice, giving a befitting expression not only of people’s faith but also as a testament to people’s enormous trust in judicial process," Murmu said.

Listing out the achievements in space science, especially Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya L1, the President said that these feats had fired the imagination of the young generation.

"It will also inspire more youngsters, especially young women, to pursue careers in science and technology," she said.