Preeti Choudhry Reports: India Celebrates 77th Republic Day With Focus On 'Atmanirbharta'

Sanjay Kulkarni: 'Operation Sindoor Proved Need For Technological Sovereignty'

On this India Today special report, the focus is on India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations following the recent military success of Operation Sindoor. Lieutenant General Sanjay Kulkarni, former DG Infantry, Indian Army, highlights the significance of the day, stating, 'There is a need now for a technological sovereignty and that has been proved amply during Operation Sindoor.' He notes that the operation saw Pakistan 'on their knees' in less than 88 hours. Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor, former Director General, Inspection Safety, Indian Air Force, details the aerial display, confirming a special 'Op Sindhu' formation featuring Rafale, MiG-29, Su-30, and Jaguar aircraft. The bulletin discusses the 5km parade on Kartavya Path, the honoring of gallantry award winners like Wing Commander Shukla, and the display of sophisticated indigenous and imported weaponry. The program reflects on India's military progress, scientific development, and the poignant ceremony at the National War Memorial commemorating fallen heroes since 1947.