NE NEWS SERVICE
RAJKOT, JAN 26
Governor of Gujarat Acharya Devvrat unfurled the tricolor in the presence of Chief Minister Vijay Rupani at the Racecourse Ground here on Sunday.
After unfurling the flag, the Governor inspected the colorful impressive Parade and Guard of Honour by receiving a salute from 28 platoons. As many as 922 policemen took part in the event along with the platoons of the Indian Army, Indian Coast Guard, police commandos, and state reserve police jawans, among others. Teams of policemen and policewomen performed daredevil stunts on motorcycles and horses.
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School students presented various cultural programmes. Tableaux showcasing the achievements of the state were also part of the parade. Talking to reporters later, Rupani said, “Parade, cultural events, and stunts by police were part of the Republic Day function in Rajkot. It was celebrated in a very enthusiastic way.”
Several development projects have been launched in Rajkot district on this occasion.
The Republic Day was also celebrated with fervour in other parts of the state. A group of senior citizens and children unfurled the tricolor by standing in seawater off Porbandar coast, while students of Jamnagar took out a ‘tiranga yatra’ holding 111- metre long national flag.
Political parties also celebrated the day at their party headquarters in the state.
