During the Republic Day celebration at the Manekshaw Parade Ground in Bengaluru on January 26, a security breach was observed after an individual allegedly entered the ground and attempted to approach Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday. However, the police immediately took the man into custody for questioning.
Following ANI, the security breach incident occurred during the Republic Day parade at the parade Ground in Bengaluru after a person entered the grounds and attempted to approach Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The cops immediately took the individual into custody and took him for further investigation.
The individual, named Purushottam, reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the state government and tossed placards on the ground. Reports suggest a senior police official said that during the Republic Day celebrations, the man leapt from the media gallery, which was reserved for journalists and tried to reach the CM. Additionally, the police said that an investigation is underway into the matter. More details are awaited.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began the 75th Republic Day 2024 celebrations by paying floral tributes at Delhi's National War Memorial to honour the brave hearts of Indian military services. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received PM Modi after he arrived at the National War Memorial. For the 75th Republic Day celebrations, French President Emmanuel Macron was the Chief Guest, joining a selected group of world leaders who have attended India's significant ceremonial events in the last seven decades. The involvement of a world leader like Macron highlights the significance of Republic Day and strengthens diplomatic ties between India and France.
Before the 75th Republic Day commenced, PM Modi took to X to extend his wishes to his citizens. PM Modi wrote, "Best wishes on this special occasion of the 75th Republic Day." "Jai Hind!" emphasises the pride and patriotism involved with the historic occasion.
