New Delhi, Jan 26: As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings to the nation, expressing hope that this national festival would inspire renewed energy and strengthen the collective resolve to build a developed India.

Taking to the social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, “Heartiest congratulations to all countrymen on Republic Day. May this national festival, a symbol of India's pride and glory, infuse new energy and enthusiasm into all of you. May the resolve for a developed India become even stronger."

In a follow-up post, the Prime Minister added, “Best wishes on Republic Day. May this occasion add renewed energy and enthusiasm in our collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat."

Highlighting the significance of the day, PM Modi further stated, “Republic Day is a powerful symbol of our independence, Constitution and democratic values. This festival gives us new energy and inspiration to move forward unitedly with the resolve of nation building."

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also took to social media to extend his greetings to the people of the state. He said, “My respected citizens, our Constitution provides us with the priceless gifts of liberty, equality, justice, and fraternity. These constitutional values are the soul of democracy.”

Addressing the youth, CM Yogi urged them to embrace the ideals of the Constitution and actively contribute to the state’s development. He said, “On this Republic Day, I especially call upon the youth of the state to embrace the ideals of the Constitution and play an active role in building a new Uttar Pradesh. Let us pledge allegiance to the Constitution, dedication to the nation, and responsibility to society. Hearty greetings to all the residents of the state on the 77th Republic Day."

Republic Day is celebrated annually on January 26 to mark the formal adoption and enforcement of the Indian Constitution in 1950, symbolizing the nation’s transition to a sovereign democratic republic. The day upholds the principles of justice, equality, liberty, and fraternity enshrined in the Constitution.

The Republic Day celebrations will feature 30 tableaux from states, union territories, and Central ministries, showcasing India's cultural diversity, heritage, and developmental progress. The event will also include cultural performances and a special "Battle Array" presentation by the Indian Army.