Republic Day 2023: Down Memory Lane, 10 Rare Unseen Photos of India's First R-Day Parade
Republic Day 2023: It is said that about 15,000 people were present in the stadium to watch the first Republic Day parade. The three of the armed forces also took part in the parade. Apart from this, seven army bands also participated in the Republic Day celebrations. This tradition continues even today.
Republic Day 2023: India's first Republic Day celebration was celebrated at the Irwin Stadium on 26 January 1950, which is today known as the National Stadium. During that time, there was no boundary wall in the stadium. The old fort was clearly visible from Irwin Stadium. Till the year 1954, the Republic Day celebrations were organized at different places. Republic Day celebrations were also organized at the Stadium, Kingsway (Rajpath), Red Fort and Ramlila Maidan. However, from the year 1955, Rajpath (Duty Path) was chosen for the Republic Day celebrations. Since then, Republic Day is celebrated here every year. Today, let's check 10 Rare Unseen Photos of India's First R-Day Parade.
The last Governor General of India C Rajagopalachari
First Republic Day Parade
Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India
Indonesian President Sukarno, chief guest of first R-Day
January 26, 1950: First Republic Day
Dr Rajendra Prasad, The first President of India
First President Dr Rajendra Prasad
India's First Republic Day
