Instead of hoisting the flag on Republic Day, it is unfurled

India will commemorate its 74th Republic Day on January 26. This day marks the day it attained purna-swaraj (total freedom) and became known as the Republic of India. On this day, two years after India gained independence, the Constitution went into effect.

On Republic Day flag is unfurled rather than hoisted

The day is commemorated grandly with synchronised military parades, vibrant tableaus portraying many states, and the firing of missiles. Forth this day, the Army, Navy, and Air Force all put on outstanding performances.

In addition to the type of celebrations, there is a significant variation in the ceremonies held on this day.

Instead of being raised for Republic Day, the flag is unfurled. These terms, which are frequently used interchangeably, have various connotations.

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The difference

On August 15, Independence Day, the Prime Minister raises the national flag atop Red Fort as a reminder of India's victory over colonial forces and the restoration of its identity. The Prime Minister raises the flag, which is fastened to the bottom of the flagpole.

Independence Day: Flag is tied to the lower part of the flagpole and is raised by Prime Minister

Republic Day : Flag is tied as a bundle atop the flagpole is unfurled by the President

The President raises the flag at the Kartavya Path on Republic Day, which commemorates the anniversary of the constitution. India has already established itself as a free nation by the first Republic Day. As a result, the President raises the flag that is tied in a bundle atop the flagpole each year.

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