Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 26 (ANI): Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty brought a wave of patriotism to her Instagram on Republic Day with a heartfelt post. The actress shared a video of herself proudly waving the National Flag, expressing her love for the country.
In her caption, Shilpa, calling herself a “proud Indian,” wrote, “Tiranga lehraate hue ek hi baat yaad aati hai– Yeh desh mera ghar hai, aur iski shaan meri pehchaan. Happy Republic Day! #76thRepublicDay #JaiHind #ProudToBeIndian.”
Republic Day marks the adoption of India’s Constitution on January 26, 1950. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who chaired the Constitution Drafting Committee, played a key role in shaping the document that guides the nation.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the 76th Republic Day, posting on X, “Happy Republic Day. Today, we celebrate 75 glorious years of being a republic. We bow to all the great women and men who made our Constitution and ensured that our journey is rooted in democracy, dignity, and unity. May this occasion strengthen our efforts towards preserving the ideals of our Constitution and working towards a stronger and prosperous India.”
Republic Day celebrations include a grand parade at Kartavya Path, where India showcases its military strength, cultural diversity, and unity. The event features colorful floats, cultural performances, and impressive displays by the country’s armed forces. The festivities will conclude on January 29 with the Beating Retreat ceremony.