Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit unfurled the national flag in the Marina beach front in Chennai on Sunday morning, leading the Republic Day celebrations in the State. After senior officers from the Armed forces and Tamil Nadu Police were introduced to him, the Governor unfurled the national flag. The Republic Day parade which followed showcased the military might and the rich, diverse cultural heritage of the State. Floats from various State government departments, highlighting the achievements, were also part of the parade. Wing Commander Praveer Shukla was the Parade Commander of the Republic Day parade on Sunday.

Source: The Hindu January 26, 2020 08:03 UTC