In a symbolic representation of India’s diverse culture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi donned a multi-coloured Rajasthani turban during the Republic Day ceremony on Thursday.
Before the Republic Day parade, as PM Modi arrived at the National War Memorial, the first look at his outfit was revealed. Clad in a white kurta and pants complemented with a black coat, PM Modi took a white stole. The multicoloured turban with a long tail stood out in the black-and-white ensemble.
The Republic Day celebrations commenced with the homage ceremony at the National War Memorial where PM Modi paid floral tributes to fallen heroes by laying a wreath.
“My best wishes on Republic Day. This time the occasion is more special because we are celebrating it during the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. I wish we move ahead united to make the dreams of the great freedom fighters of the country come true. Happy Republic Day to all fellow Indians!” PM Modi tweeted in Hindi.
During last year Republic Day, PM Modi’s costume had a distinct touch of Uttarakhand and Manipur as he wore a Brahmakamal cap from Uttarakhand and a Leirum Phee stole from Manipur. Brahma Kamal is Uttarakhand’s flower, which the PM uses on every visit to Kedarnath.
In 2021, on the 72nd Republic Day, PM Modi wore a red bandhej headgear which was a gift from Jamnagar’s Royal Family. In 2020, PM Modi wore a saffron bandhej headgear.