Greeting the nation on its 73rd Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leaders from the United States, France and Nepal, and others on Tuesday extended their wishes to Indians.

PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah wished the nation a happy Republic Day on Twitter. “I bow to all the soldiers who have dedicated their lives to keep the pride, unity and integrity of the Indian Republic intact,” Shah said.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki greeted Indians and stated that the US-India partnership is “rooted in our shared responsibility to uphold democratic values”. “We join India, the world’s largest democracy, in honouring Republic Day, the day that marks the adoption of India’s Constitution,” she said.
France Ambassador to India, Emmanuel Lenain, in his tweet said, “France wishes to congratulate India, our foremost strategic partner in Asia.” Nepal’s leaders, including its President, PM and Foreign Minister Dr Narayan Khadka also sent their wishes, news agency ANI reported. In a press release, PM Deuba commended India’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and impressive advancement in technologies and innovation. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also greeted the nation.
“On Republic Day in 1950, our country took the first step in the right direction with confidence. Salute to that first step of truth and equality,” Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi.