76th Foodie Monday Bloghop theme
Celebrating India's 68th Republic Day It's with much pride and joy that Indians all over the world will celebrate the 68th Republic Day on 26th January. The world's largest democracy has progressed by leaps and bounds since 1947.The Indian Constitution came into being on 26th January 1950. The chief architect of the Constitution was Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar. January 26th 1930 was declared as the Purna Swaraj Day or Independence Day. Since 15th Aug was the actual Independence Day, 26th January was set as the Republic Day, the day when India became a Republic. Republic Day in India is celebrated with the same fanfare as Independence Day with grand parades by the Indian army, air force, navy, artists and performers not only in Delhi but in all the capital cities of all the states of India. Its a true show of diverse cultures. Here in Mombasa, the Republic day is celebrated at the Indian High Commission where first the assistant High Commissioner hoists the fla...