Over 30,000 people witness Republic Day celebrations at the Alva’s institutions

Witness the grand 76th Republic Day celebration at Alva's Educational Institutions, marked by patriotism, unity, and cultural enrichment.

More than 30,000 audiences surrounded by tri-colour-themed pillars, patriotic decorations and the resonant strains of Jana Gana Mana, Vande Mataram, and Koti Kantho Se, witnessed the 76th Republic Day celebrations at the Alva’s Educational Institutions in Moodbidri on Sunday, January 26.

Presiding over the flag hoisting ceremony, Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti emphasised the importance of upholding constitutional rights and duties. “Republic Day at Alva’s is more than a National celebration—it is a historic moment of unity and reflection,” he remarked.

Praising Alva’s Education Foundation for its unique blend of cultural enrichment and academic excellence, Mr. Horatti urged students to remember their roots, the sacrifices of their parents, the guidance of teachers and the institutions shaping their futures.

Paying tributes B.R. Ambedkar, Mr. Horatti acknowledged his pivotal role in drafting the Constitution, which remains the cornerstone of Nation’s democracy. He highlighted the Constitution’s significance in providing equality, freedom, and fundamental rights while urging everyone to respect it as the supreme law of the land.

“Even as the Nation advances in science and technology, we must never forget the unity and freedom gifted to us by the Constitution and our freedom fighters,“ he said. Foundation Chairman M. Mohan Alva, Bharat Scouts and Guides Karnataka State Chief Commissioner P.G.R. Scindia, former Minister K. Abhay Chandra Jain, entrepreneur Mustafa and Alva’s Managing Trustees Vivek Alva and Vinay Alva and others were present.

Adding to the grandeur were over 300 retired and serving soldiers, along with 2170 Cubs, Bulbuls, Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers, and NCC cadets were part of the celebration.