Showcasing Swarnim Bharat: Republic Day Special Guests

The 76th Republic Day Parade will feature nearly 10,000 special guests including Paralympians, sarpanches from top-performing villages, handloom artisans, and conservation workers. These guests represent various sectors that have contributed to 'Swarnim Bharat'. The event aims to foster public participation in national importance events.

In line with its efforts to enhance public participation, the government has invited nearly 10,000 special guests to this year's 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path.

These invitees include Paralympians, sarpanches from top-performing villages, and handloom artisans, all recognized for their exceptional contributions to what the government terms 'Swarnim Bharat'.

The Defence Ministry stated that invitees have been selected from 31 diverse categories as part of the initiative to incorporate more 'Jan Bhagidari'.

(With inputs from agencies.)