India, Jan. 26 -- As the nation celebrates Republic Day today, we speak to some ambassadors to India, who extend their heartfelt messages and highlight the mutual respect between their countries and ours.

From celebrating India's vibrant culture and democratic values to emphasising growing strategic partnerships, here's what these dignitaries had to say.

"We celebrate a special concurrence on January 26 - it is both Australia Day and India's Republic Day. Today, we think about the great success modern India is achieving. It has become one of Australia's most consequential partners; we think of Australia's one million-strong Indian diaspora, the human bridge between our nations - the lifeblood of our dosti. I wish India and Indians acros...