January 26, 1950: How India observed its first Republic Day
On the eve of the 75th Republic Day, we look back at the chilly January morning in 1950, when India became a republic. by TAUHID SHAH: January 26: Friday: 11:05 PM| 2024 Updated. On January 26, 1950, India officially became the Republic of India after more than two years of gaining independence. This marked a…