Guwahati: Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam hoisted the flag on Thursday during the 74th Republic Day celebration at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara.
He made Republic Day wishes throughout his speech to everyone.
He said, “I would like to pay homage to the father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi and other martyrs who sacrificed their lives to attain independence.”
He also honoured everyone who contributed to the creation of the Indian Constitution, including Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, its father.
CM Sarma honoured courageous people in honour of Republic Day at Shraddhanjali Kanan in Guwahati on Thursday.
Taking to Twitter, he wrote, “Sacrifices made by our martyrs, freedom fighters and soldiers played an immense role in shaping the destiny of our country. Paid my homage to the brave countrymen on the occasion of #RepublicDay at Shraddhanjali Kanan, Guwahati.”