Veteran BJP leader lK Advani extended his best wishes on the occasion of Republic Day and hoped that this day will inspire all to make India the leading nation in the world. “I congratulate all of you on this year’s Republic Day. And I am sure we will continue to give utmost to see that India becomes the leading country of the world,” Advani told reporters. At a function at his residence, Advani also unfurled the national flag and distributed sweets.