Republic Day used to be something different when we were kids. We used to be excited about the tri-color decorations, flag hoisting at school and watching the parade with the family. It was a different experience, and experience that's only in our memories now.
Here are the some of childhood memories of Republic Day ::
#1 The special assembly at school.
A day or two before 26th January, schools used to be well-decorated in tri-colors. And everyone used to prepare for the assembly.
#2 The school principal's speech.
#3 The flag hoisting
Our favorite part, at school and even in our residential area. Some people follow the tradition of flag hoisting till date.
#6 The first public holiday of the year
It was almost a bad omen if 26th January landed on a weekend. If it was on a Monday or Friday, it was the greatest news ever.
#7 The commentary on DD national made the republic day parade even more memorable
Their diction of hindi and english played a part in making the parade even more exciting to watch. We found it funny and exciting at the same time.
#8 Tri-coloured helium balloons.
Tri-coloured helium balloons looked quite cool, didn't they?
#9 Watching the parade with family.
Watching the Republic Day parade with family was a tradition. And an analysis of the parade over lunch was a must later!
Have we missed anything? Let us know in the comments below!
Here are the some of childhood memories of Republic Day ::
#1 The special assembly at school.
A day or two before 26th January, schools used to be well-decorated in tri-colors. And everyone used to prepare for the assembly.
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#2 The school principal's speech.
No one was a fan of it. Especially since it extended forever.
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#3 The flag hoisting
Our favorite part, at school and even in our residential area. Some people follow the tradition of flag hoisting till date.
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#4 March past
Many schools conducted a march past by their students.
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#5 An overdose of patriotic songs
On the radio and TV. And then the grandparents would take off!
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It was almost a bad omen if 26th January landed on a weekend. If it was on a Monday or Friday, it was the greatest news ever.
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#7 The commentary on DD national made the republic day parade even more memorable
Their diction of hindi and english played a part in making the parade even more exciting to watch. We found it funny and exciting at the same time.
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#8 Tri-coloured helium balloons.
Tri-coloured helium balloons looked quite cool, didn't they?
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#9 Watching the parade with family.
Watching the Republic Day parade with family was a tradition. And an analysis of the parade over lunch was a must later!
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#10 Recalling memories of Republic Day.
The elders in the family would recall their share of memories as children. The most common I've heard include the entire parade coming on the radio and a couple of things from Indira Gandhi's speech.
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Have we missed anything? Let us know in the comments below!
