Republic Day
26th January: A Day That Rekindles Patriotism & Humanity in India Republic Day is India's great national festival. It is celebrated each year on January 26, in New Delhi with great pomp and pageant and in capitals of the States and at other headquarters and important places with patriotic fervor. It signifies India's transition from an 'English Dominion' to a 'Republic,' a nation where all the supreme political forces, sway, and authority vests in the people. The day also signifies the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Even though India gained its independence in 1947, it didn't have a permanent constitution and was without political forces and authorities. Later on, the Drafting Committee was designated to draft a permanent constitution for India under Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar's chairmanship. On November 4, 1947, the prepared document was submitted, and after numerous debates, dealings, and modifications, the report was endorsed and signed b...