India got freedom on 15th August, 1947. We had to struggle hard for freedom many people laid down their lives. Thousands went to jail during the freedom struggle. Then our leaders decided to form a democratic form of government. Some great leaders and learned me drafted the new Constitution. This new constitution came into force on the 26th January, 1950 and with it India became "Republic". It was a red letter day in the history of our country. Since then we have been celebrating it on the 26th January every year. It is celebrated all over the country.

Like every year this year also it was celebrated with great pomp and show in our town. The celebrations started early in the morning. People went in groups around the city. They went about singing patriotic songs. These songs filled every one with pride or their country. An official function was held in the police grounds. Tents had been pitched. There were many rows of chairs for the invited guests. A small raised platform had been constructed for the Chief Guest to take salute from the parade.

People had begun to arrive since early morning. They were dressed in their best cloths. The students were dressed in their uniforms, there were scouts and NCC cadets. The policemen wore their ceremonial dress. Everybody looked smart. They were all standing in rows of three's.

At 9:30 am the Governor made a short and impressive speech. He urged the people to remain united and fight the divisive forces. He asked them to contribute to the development of the nation. He asked them to defend freedom at all cost.

Thereafter, the parade started and went through the main roads and the city. Gates were put up at various places. People lined the roads and stood on their roof tops and balconies to catch a glimpse of the parade. There was a great enthusiasm among the people. National tri-colour could be seen fluttering from all the Government buildings and important places. The Republic Day had filled everyone with national pride.

This function is also celebrated in New Delhi with much pomp and shows. It start from the Vijay Chowk and ends at the Red Fort. The whole programme is talecast on all T.V channels. Here the president of India takes the salute. Airplanes fly over the Vijay Chowk making a Tri Coloured Indian Flag. It is a sight worth watching.