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Australia, USA, several other nations greet India on Republic Day
Republic Day
Photo Courtesy: Emmanuel Macron X page

Australia, USA, several other nations greet India on Republic Day

| @indiablooms | 26 Jan 2024, 03:51 pm

Several nations, including the US and Russia, greeted India as the world's most populous nation and celebrated Republic Day on Friday (January 26, 2024) with the key event taking place in New Delhi in the presence of top leaders and French President Emmanuel Macron as the Chief Guest.

 

Australian PM  Anthony Albanese said his country is sharing the closest bond with India at present.

"Warm wishes to the people of India as you celebrate Republic Day. On our shared national days, we have an opportunity to celebrate the depth of our friendship. Australia and India have never been closer," he posted on X.

Australia is celebrating its national day on January 26.

French President Emmanuel Macron,w ho is currently in India as the Chief Guest, wrote on the micro-blogging site: "My dear friend@NarendraModi
, Indian people, My warmest wishes on your Republic Day. Happy and proud to be with you. Let’s celebrate!"

U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti posted on X: "Congratulations India on your 75th Republic Day! As we celebrate this special day at our embassy, let's continue building a forward-looking partnership and a future of even closer ties, shared values, and mutual pride taking #USIndiaFWD."

Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, posted on X: "Warmest congratulations on the #RepublicDay, India! Wishing our Indian friends prosperity, well-being and very bright #AmritKaal! Long live #Bharat! Long live Rusi-Bharatiya Dosti!"

PM Narendra Modi led the world's most populous nation in celebrating Republic Day with the country showcasing its military might and cultural heritage during a spectacular 90-minute parade at the iconic Kartavya Path on Friday.

The celebrations centred around the theme of highlighting women's power and democratic values, were graced by the president Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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