Sports fraternity extends wishes to nation on Republic day

Published at :January 26, 2024 at 3:53 PM

Modified at :January 26, 2024 at 3:53 PM

(Courtesy : X/Pvsindhu1)

PV Sindhu, Jwala Gwatta among others who wished on Republic Day

As India celebrated its 75th Republic Day on Friday, the sports fraternity joined the nation in expressing their pride and patriotism. From cricket to badminton, from tennis to athletics, many sports stars took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their best wishes and gratitude to the country.

Among them was the Former world champion PV Sindhu who said, Happy 75th Republic Day! Today is the anniversary of India’s constitution coming into force, shaping a sovereign, secular, socialist, and democratic nation. I’ve had the privilege of representing this incredible nation and seeing its flag fly high 🇮🇳 hoping I can continue doing the same for many years.

Happy 75th Republic Day! Today is the anniversary of India’s constitution coming into force, shaping a sovereign, secular, socialist, and democratic nation. I’ve had the privilege of representing this incredible nation and seeing its flag fly high 🇮🇳 hoping I can continue… pic.twitter.com/VJuKhr4Eh8
— Pvsindhu (@Pvsindhu1) January 26, 2024

Veteran badminton player Jwala Gutta reminded the people of the rich heritage and diversity of the country and urged them to fight for the Constitution that makes India a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic.

On the occasion of 75th REPUBLIC DAY of our country Let’s us not forget the rich heritage of country which makes us the most unique in this world.Let us fight to protect our CONSTITUTION which makes INDIA SOVEREIGN,SOCIALIST,SECULAR and DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC!!!#ProudIndian pic.twitter.com/ccR6ssiOGw
— Gutta Jwala 💙 (@Guttajwala) January 26, 2024

Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha, who is also known as the ‘Queen of Indian track and field’, extended her best wishes to all the citizens and praised the strength and determination of the womenfolk. She also called for empowering the women and walking together on the development path.

Best wishes to all beloved citizens on 75th Republic Day today! India is in the Amritkaal, fueled by the firm determination and strength of the womenfolk. Let us further empower our women and walk together on the path to development. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/KAYTSaLNW0
— P.T. USHA (@PTUshaOfficial) January 26, 2024

Other prominent sports personalities who wished the nation on the occasion of 75th Republic Day included, tennis ace Sania Mirza, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, hockey captain Manpreet Singh, wrestler Bajrang Punia, boxer Mary Kom, and many more.

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Meanwhile, on the sporting front, the Indian men’s national cricket team is engaged in a crucial Test match against England in Hyderabad, where they are aiming to seal the series and qualify for the World Test Championship final. Tennis star Rohan Bopanna is also preparing for the Australian Open men’s doubles final, where he and his partner Matt Ebden will face the Italian duo of Simone Bolleli and Andrea Vavasorri.

The 75th Republic Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India, which came into effect on January 26, 1950. The day is celebrated with a grand parade in the national capital, New Delhi, where the President of India takes the salute and the Prime Minister hoists the flag. This year, the parade was graced by the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron as the chief guest, who witnessed the display of India’s military and cultural might.

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