President Murmu hosts traditional ‘At Home’ reception on 77th Republic Day

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday hosted the traditional lsquoAt Homersquo reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day bringing together prominent dignitaries to mark the conclusion of the dayrsquos celebrationsPrime Minister Narendra Modi Vice President C P Radhakrishnan European Council President Antonio Costa European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and several other distinguished guests attended the receptionThe lsquoAt Homersquo event is a longstanding tradition held every year on Republic Day to commemorate the adoption of Indiarsquos Constitution on January 26 1950 This yearrsquos reception carried added significance with the presence of the two European leaders who had earlier served as joint Chief Guests at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya PathTheir participation highlighted the strengthening ties between India and the European Union Discussions on trade security and multilateral cooperation are expected to continue during the 16th EUIndia Summit scheduled for January 27The invitation for the reception featured artistic elements inspired by the cultural heritage and diversity of Indiarsquos NorthEastern states Guests gathered in the historic setting of Rashtrapati Bhavan exchanging greetings and reflecting on the dayrsquos eventsEarlier the Republic Day parade showcased Indiarsquos military capabilities cultural diversity and commitment to selfreliance through various tableaux and performances The reception offered an opportunity for informal interactions among Indiarsquos leadership and international partners reinforcing bonds of friendship and cooperationVice President Radhakrishnan who had earlier extended Republic Day greetings emphasising Indiarsquos democratic values of justice liberty equality and fraternity joined Prime Minister Modi in welcoming those present The evening event reflected the inclusive spirit of the Republic blending longstanding traditions with contemporary diplomatic engagementAs India continues its journey as the worlds largest democracy the lsquoAt Homersquo reception provided a warm and fitting conclusion to a day marked by patriotic pride unity and optimism for the futureThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever