"Our duty is to ensure the security of the country": BSF DIG Yogendra Singh Rathore on 76th Republic Day

Rathore further noted that BSF personnel work tirelessly, day and night, to ensure the country's safety.

"We are celebrating on the border, as well as headquarters and everywhere else... It is not only our Republic Day but also marks the completion of its 75 years... Our first duty is to ensure the security of the country for which our personnel do their duties day and night... Various operations are being carried out at checkpoints to ensure safety... I would like to convey that everyone should consider their role in the development of the nation for its progress because our leaders are already working in this direction..." said Rathore.

Meanwhile, BSF DIG Chiter Pal also marked the 76th Republic Day by unfurling the national flag, reaffirming the Border Security Force's unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation's borders.

He assured citizens that the BSF is "fully alert on borders, performing duties with vigilance, and will not allow any untoward incident to happen."

Speaking to ANI, BSF DIG Chiter Pal said "...I wish my countrymen a Happy Republic Day and on this occasion, I want to assure them that we are fully alert on the borders, we are performing our duties with vigilance and we will not allow any untoward incident to happen."

As India is celebrating its 76th Republic Day on Sunday, people across the country are showing great enthusiasm, immersing themselves in the spirit of patriotism. Cultural songs fill the air, and individuals are adorned in the colours of the flag, symbolising unity and pride in the nation.

Earlier in the day, the Indian Army unfurled the national flag at the Uri sector in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on the 76th Republic Day.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday unfurled the national flag at his residence in Delhi on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day. (ANI)