Shimla, Jan. 26 -- The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with fervour in Himachal Pradesh's capital Shimla amid fresh snowfall, adding to the patriotic atmosphere.

The state-level was formally inaugurated with the unfurling of the Tricolour by the Governor of Himachal Pradesh.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while addressing the media on the occasion, extended Republic Day greetings to the people of the state and spoke at length on snowfall, climate change and its wider impact.

"I extend my heartfelt Republic Day greetings to all of you and to the entire people of the state. Today, Republic Day is being celebrated across Himachal Pradesh, and it has been inaugurated by the Governor," the Chief Minister said.

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