On January 26, 1950, India officially became a sovereign republic as the Indian Constitution came into force. Inside Delhi’s historic Durbar Hall, C. Rajagopalachari made the proclamation, and minutes later, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was sworn in as India’s first President, marking the final transition from colonial rule to self-governance. 👉Parade, Power & National Pride The first Republic Day parade unfolded at Irwin Amphitheatre (now Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium). With over 3,000 troops, a 3

On Republic Day, BPCL salutes the spirit of India, built on courage, unity, and shared responsibility. We remain committed to energising the nation’s progress while upholding the values that define our Republic. Together, we move forward with pride, purpose, and an unwavering belief in India’s future. @Hardeep Singh Puri Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India #RepublicDay #BPCL #ProudToServeIndia #EnergyOfIndia #NationFirst #ViksitBharat | Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited