India’s 73rd Republic Day celebrations at Rajpath hosted 21 tableaus, representing various states and Union Territories, and representing ministries.
- Meghalaya
The Meghalaya Tableau commemorated the state’s 50th anniversary and is a tribute to women-led cooperative societies and self-help groups (SHGs.)
Punjab’s tableau for Republic Day depicts the state’s contribution to the independence struggle in India. The front portion of the tableau depicts Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev. The rear portion defines protests against the Simon Commission led by Lala Lajpat Rai and Udham Singh shooting Michael O’Dwyer.
The front portion of the tableau depicts Fort Aguada, which is a 450-years-old historical legacy. The middle portion depicts Martyr’s memorial at Azad Maidan Panaji, a symbol of Freedom Fighters’ selfless sacrifice. The lotus placed on the top of the monument symbolizes universal brotherhood. The rear portion depicts Dona Paula, which is an idyllic tourist destination.
Gujarat’s tableau for Republic Day depicts the freedom movement of the tribals in 1922. The tableau’s front portion displays the freedom-fighting spirit of the Bhil tribe. The rear portion relives the horrific incident at Jaramara hills.
Karnataka’s tableau for Republic Day depicts the cradle of traditional handicrafts. The rear portion talks about Karnataka’s freedom fighter Kamaladevi Chattopadhyaya, who played a vital role in reviving traditional handicrafts.
Haryana’s tableau for Republic Day depicts the theme ‘Haryana Number One in Sports.’ The back section features a replica of Neeraj Chopra’s lifestyle.
7. Uttarakhand
“Pragati Ki Or Badhta Uttrakhand” is the display in Uttarakhand for Republic Day. Sacred sites and projects and progressive growth are the inspiration behind the tableau.
A front focuses the Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara. At the center of the tableau is the Tata-Chanti Bridge and in the back portion is the resurrected Badrinath Temple.
Arunachal Pradesh’s tableau for Republic Day depicts the theme ‘Anglo Abor Adiverse.’
The theme highlights the struggles of indigenous people of the state, who had bravely resisted the expansion of British rule in India through their resistance to their imperial policy.
Jammu and Kashmir’s tableau highlights changing face of Union Territory in the developmental scenario. The front portion showcased the world-famous Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan located at Katra and the middle portion of the tableau showcased the Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel, one of the longest tunnels in India with a length of 8.45 km.
Chhattisgarh’s tableau highlights the ‘Godhan Nayay Yojna’ of the state. The front portion depicts the rural women in traditional tribal costumes collecting cow dung and taking them to the collection centers in ‘Gauthans’ for sale. The rear portion depicted the development of Gauthans into Rural Industrial Parks.
The tableau of Uttar Pradesh highlighted Kashi Vishwanath Dham’s historical past and the accomplishments made possible by the ODOP (One District One Product) initiative. The center section depicted sadhus and priests presenting argh at Varanasi’s numerous ghats to the sun.
Maharashtra’s tableau is a celebration of its biodiversity and bio symbols.