Russian President Vladimir Putin Thursday joined the world leaders in congratulating India on its 74th Republic Day. He mentioned he was assured each international locations may guarantee “continued development” in all areas by working collectively.
“Please settle for congratulations on Republic Day. India’s achievements in financial, social, scientific, tech and different spheres are extensively identified. Your nation is making substantial contribution to making sure worldwide stability and to addressing very important points on regional and international agenda,” Putin was quoted by information company ANI.
“I’m assured that by working collectively we are able to make sure the continued development of mutually useful bilateral cooperation in all areas. This undoubtedly meets the elemental pursuits of the pleasant peoples of Russia and India,” he added.
India commemorates January 26 as Republic Day because it was on this present day in 1950 that the nation adopted the structure and formally grew to become a sovereign republic. United Kingdom overseas secretary James Cleverly additionally prolonged greetings to exterior affairs minister S Jaishankar and the folks of the nation.
“Completely satisfied Republic Day to my buddy @DrSJaishankar and the folks of India. We sit up for one other 12 months of friendship and cooperation! #RepublicDay2023,” he tweeted. In response, Jaishankar mentioned, “Thanks to your good needs @JamesCleverly.”
The Republic Day celebrations commenced with the homage ceremony on the Nationwide Warfare Memorial the place Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to fallen heroes by laying a wreath and concluded with the Nationwide Anthem. President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the Tricolour at Kartavya Path, which was adopted by the Nationwide Anthem.
(With company inputs)