Why tableau proposals by Opposition-ruled states
Tableau proposals by the Opposition-ruled States of Delhi, Punjab and West Bengal are among those that have not qualified for the Republic Day parade this year.
The Aam Aadmi Party that is in power in Delhi and Punjab, and the Trinamool Congress that is in power in West Bengal are crying foul.
Delhi had proposed showcasing its school education and health services and the Punjab government had plans to exhibit the State’s heritage and the history of its martyrs for India’s national movement.
The West Bengal proposal was to display the Kanyashree project that serves girls in the State.
Similar proposals by Delhi and West Bengal have been rejected earlier too.
In the case of Delhi, its proposals have been turned down for three consecutive years.
In 2022, Tamil Nadu’s tableau, which was themed on the State’s role in national movement, did not qualify.
The BJP has said that as these tableaux were meant for the political promotion of Opposition parties, they did not make the cut.
Theme for the 2024 Republic Day
The theme for the 2024 Republic Day is ‘India – Mother of Democracy’ and ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India).
The Ministry of Defence has an elaborate screening mechanism that selects participants for the parade.
A committee of distinguished persons drawn from various fields screens proposals from States and organisations.
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