As part of the final preparation, a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade was held today in New Delhi.

All the grand military and cultural displays that will be showcased during the celebration were performed. Different regiments of three Indian military services, Indian army, navy and air force presented the Guard of Honour.

India is deemed as the land of diverse culture, and thus, the Big Day will observe an exhibition of varied cultural performances from different states of India.

There is tight security in and around New Delhi.The colourful flags of the two countries are seen hoisted in and around the India gate.

It was on this day in 1950, when the Constitution of India came into effect, and India became an independent republic. Thereafter, January 26 has been celebrated as the Republic Day of India.

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The committee reviewed the progress of the project under the GoI project tied assistance. They also discussed issues causing delay in the implementation of the projects. GNH Commission’s Secretary, Karma Tshiteem, said the major projects will be completed on time. However, he pointed out that delay in the release of fund and cost escalation is hampering timely implementation of the projects.

The head of the GoI delegation, Puneet R Kundal assured that efforts will be made to make sure the release of fund do not affect the progress of projects. “We are impressed looking at the progress of the projects. However I think there are some problem related to cost escalation and in delay of releasing fund,” said Puneet R Kundal. He said they will look into it

GoI project tied assistance in the 10th Five year plan includes projects under various ministries and agencies. The areas of assistance include roads, energy, livestock, agriculture, culture and judiciary.

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