Punjab, Haryana join nation in celebrating Republic Day

Chandigarh, January 26

Punjab and Haryana on Tuesday joined the nation in celebrating the 72nd Republic Day amid tight security arrangements.

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Police and home guard contingents took part in parades held in district headquarters in the two states and their joint capital Chandigarh.

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Officials said all coronavirus-related safety guidelines were followed during the functions.

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Punjab Governor VP Singh Badnore unfurled the national flag at a state-level function in Mohali.

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh hoisted the Tricolour in Patiala, while his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar unfurled the national flag in Panchkula, the officials said.

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Both Singh and Khattar conveyed their greetings to people on the occasion.

"Let us celebrate the diversity of our Republic by remembering the immense sacrifices & contributions of our farmers, soldiers, scientists and many others. #RepublicDay is a solemn occasion to reaffirm the pledge for preserving our democratic rights guaranteed by our Constitution," Singh said in a tweet.

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Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala unfurled the national flag in Ambala. PTI

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