Republic Day Celebrations to begin every year on 23rd January instead of 24th

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According to the Government of India's sources, the step was taken to include the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Subash Chandra Bose as a part of Republic Day Celebrations. 

• The birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose is celebrated as Parakram Divas on 23rd January, every year across the country.
• This is in line with Modi's Government's focus on celebrating and commemorating important aspects of the country's rich history and culture.
• In recent years, the Centre has marked several dates to commemorate their historical and cultural importance. Some of these dates include-
  • 14th August: Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
  • 31st October: Ekta Divas-National Unity Day
  • 15th November: Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
  • 26th November: Constitution Day
  • 26th December: Veer Baal Divas