Gujarat’s tableau at the 76th Republic Day celebrations, themed “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Ane Vikas,” beautifully merges the state’s rich cultural heritage with its vibrant development, embodying the nation’s growth and progress.
From the 12th-century Solanki-era ‘Kirti Toran’ of Vadnagar to the awe-inspiring 21st-century ‘Statue of Unity,’ the tableau captures Gujarat’s historical legacy alongside its contemporary achievements.
Prominently featured in the tableau is the iconic ‘Kirti Toran,’ a symbol of Gujarat’s cultural heritage from the 12th century, alongside the towering ‘Statue of Unity,’ the world’s tallest statue at 182 meters. Between these two monumental landmarks, the tableau vividly illustrates Gujarat’s remarkable advancements in sectors such as defense, technology, automobiles, and manufacturing, highlighting its role in realizing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India).
Additionally, the tableau honors Gujarat’s ‘Tribal Pride’ with Pithora paintings and commemorates the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji with the ‘Atal Bridge,’ an engineering marvel that spans the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad. It also highlights Gujarat’s emerging Underwater Sports initiatives at Dwarika and Shivrajpur Beach.
In the foreground, the 12th-century Solanki-era ‘Kirti Toran’ is depicted, surrounded by intricate Kutchhi clay-glazed artworks honoring the tribal god ‘Baba Pithora.’ Featured next is the C-295 aircraft unit, produced by Tata Advanced Systems Limited in Vadodara for the Indian Air Force.
The tableau showcases the ‘Atal Bridge,’ a technological marvel connecting the two ends of the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad. Furthermore, it highlights Gujarat’s strategic investments in semiconductor manufacturing and its emerging role as a hub for automobile production.
The tableau culminates with the majestic 182-meter ‘Statue of Unity,’ dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, constructed using iron gathered from farmers across India, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of India’s first Deputy Prime Minister.
This year, 30 tableaus will be featured in the Republic Day parade, led by Mr. Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, as the chief guest.
