Republic Day 2024: Google Doodle Celebrates India's 75th Republic Day

Republic Day 2024 Google Doodle: India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day today (January 26). Google has also marked this occasion by dedicating a Google Doodle. Republic Day's doodle, illustrated by guest artist Vrinda Zaveri, features the Republic Day parade as it would have been seen on different screens over the decades.

Google Doodles are the spontaneous and delightful changes made to the Google logo. They celebrate a range of local and international topics ranging from holidays and anniversaries to trailblasing individuals who have impacted culture.

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About the India Republic Day 2024 Doodle

This Doodle celebrates India¡¯s Republic Day, which commemorates the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India was adopted and the nation declared itself a sovereign, democratic, and republic state. Today¡¯s Doodle, illustrated by guest artist Vrinda Zaveri, features the Republic Day parade as it would have been seen on different screens over the decades.

Republic Day 2024: Google Doodle Celebrates India's 75th Republic Day

75th Republic Day Celebrations

The Republic Day celebrations in India are a significant and eagerly awaited event across the country. The capital city of New Delhi hosts a grand parade, showcasing elaborate floats, impressive marching bands, and various regiments of the Indian armed forces. The parade route covers the three-kilometer stretch known as Kartavya Path, extending from Rashtrapati Bhawan to India Gate. This event serves as a patriotic spectacle, symbolising the unity and strength of the nation.

As part of the Republic Day observance, India pays homage to its courageous soldiers through solemn wreath-laying ceremonies at memorials like the Amar Jawan Jyoti. These ceremonies are a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the armed forces in safeguarding the country's sovereignty.

The culmination of the Republic Day festivities is marked by the Beating Retreat, a symbolic and musical ceremony featuring bands from various branches of the Indian Armed Forces. The lowering of the Indian flag during this ceremony signifies the conclusion of the celebrations, adding a touch of tradition and symbolism to the conclusion of this patriotic event.

India gained its freedom from the British Empire in 1947 and began drafting its constitution soon after. The adoption of this document paved the way for democracy and empowered Indian citizens to elect their own representatives. On January 26, 1950, the Indian Constitution came into effect. Along with this, the day is also remembered as the anniversary of the declaration of Purna Swaraj by the Indian National Congress in 1929.

The Republic Day celebrations consist of various cultural events that are designed to honour the resilience, history and diversity of the country. Like every year this year also the day will be celebrated with a ceremonial parade. The Republic Day parade will take place in New Delhi which will consist of tableaux from each state and dozens of bands and folk dances.

First Google Doodle

The very first Doodle launched as an ¡°out of office¡± message of sorts when company founders Larry and Sergey went on vacation.

2023 Republic Day's Google Doodle

In celebration of India's 74th Republic Day, artist Parth Kothekar from Gujarat meticulously created a hand-cut paper artwork that served as the inspiration for a Google Doodle. The intricate piece featured various elements of the Republic Day parade, showcasing iconic landmarks such as the Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate, as well as the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) marching contingent and motorcycle riders.

2023 Republic Day Google Doodle

Google Doodle FAQs

What is a Google Doodle?

A Google Doodle is a temporary alteration of the Google logo that appears on the search engine's homepage to commemorate special events, holidays, achievements, and notable historical figures.

How often do Google Doodles change?

Google Doodles change regularly, typically daily, to mark various occasions such as holidays, anniversaries, and global events.

Who creates Google Doodles?

Google has a team of illustrators and designers known as "Doodlers" who are responsible for creating Google Doodles. They work to represent the essence of the event or individual being celebrated.

Can anyone submit ideas for a Google Doodle?

Google doesn't generally accept unsolicited ideas for Doodles. The team usually plans the Doodles well in advance, often based on historical events or major anniversaries.

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