Dehradun, Jan. 27 -- Every Republic Day, the country comes together in a shared moment of pride and reflection. We celebrate not only the adoption of the Constitution, but the enduring idea of the India it represents-a nation confident in its diversity, anchored in democratic values, and united by a common purpose. Even as flags rise and anthems are sung, Republic Day should be seen as an opportunity to look beyond ceremony and assess how this constitutional promise is being fulfilled across the many landscapes that make up our country.
In Garhwal and across the Himalayan belt, the idea of the Republic is woven quietly into everyday life. It is reflected in resilience shaped by geography, in village communities bound by cooperation, and in...