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India at Heart: Embracing the Republic Day Spirit
8 min readJan 26, 2025
Dr.Vijayalakshmi Aluri, Winner of World Bank’s Projects competition, Author, Health Educator, Social worker and Gynecologist, Sri Sri Holistic Multi specialty Hospitals, Hyderabad.
The Essence of Republic Day
Republic Day is more than just a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of India’s transformation into a sovereign, democratic republic. On January 26, 1950, the Indian Constitution came into effect, symbolizing the triumph of democracy over colonialism and marking the birth of a nation where every citizen’s voice holds value.
This day is not just about parades and speeches; it is a call to action to uphold the values enshrined in our Constitution — justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
It urges us to remember that the strength of a republic lies in its people.
Empowered by Freedom: Turning Dreams into Achievements
Let me narrate the magnificent journey of Sri.K.L. Krishna, the esteemed Padma Shri awardee, who hails from our very own village, Unguturu, in Andhra Pradesh.