Republic Day: A Reflection on India’s True State
Republic Day: A Reflection on India’s True State By The Sensible Arya Today, January 26th, marks Republic Day in India, a day of historical significance when the Indian Constitution came into force in 1950. Across the country, this day is celebrated with grandeur and enthusiasm. In New Delhi, Rajpath becomes the stage for a magnificent military and cultural parade. The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, will take the salute, accompanied by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, the Chief Guest of the event, alongside other dignitaries. Republic Day, however, holds a bittersweet resonance for me. While millions commemorate this occasion with pride and festivity, I find myself unable to join in the celebrations. The Constitution, which we so proudly honor on this day, has been reduced to little more than a symbolic relic, its ideals trampled under the weight of systemic failures and unfulfilled promises. What is there to celebrate when the nation s...