Redeeming a pledge

It was at the Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress at midnight of December 31, 1929 - January 1, 1930, that the Tri- Colour flag was unfurled by the nationalists and a pledge taken that every year on January 26, "Independence Day" would be celebrated and that the people would strive for the establishment of a Sovereign Democratic Republic of India.

The professed pledge was successfully redeemed on January 26, 1950, when the Constitution of India framed by the Constituent Assembly of India came into force, although Independence from British rule was achieved on August 15, 1947.

Republic day celebrations are spectacular not only in New Delhi but all over the country. These celebrations are a much awaited event as it is a showcase of Indian culture. The wealth of tribal traditions and cultures, the many regional forms of dances and dress and the many ethnically different people in India's uniformed services. And it is in this vast diversity that the strength of this country lies.

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