New Delhi. In the Republic Day celebrations, the Central Government is going to end the VIP culture that has been going on for years. Now VVIP, VIP and Dignity will not be written on the chairs of the guests who came to watch the parade. Instead, the names of rivers will be used. Apart from this, the gallery for the Beating Retreat ceremony is named after musical instruments.
Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh gave this information on Friday. The government believes that this change will reduce the gap between the common man and VIPs. Indian culture, heritage and equality will be promoted. Also every citizen will be able to feel equal. European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will attend the Republic Day celebrations on January 26 as chief guests. The Ministry of External Affairs said that India and the European Union have been strategic partners since 2004. PM Modi has invited both the leaders to attend the function. These leaders will also co-chair the 16th India-World Summit on January 27.
