India, Jan. 25 -- A s India prepares to celebrate its 77th Republic Day tomorrow, cricketer Deepti Sharma and actor Rani Mukerji came together as proud flag bearers for an HTCity exclusive. The moment resonated deeply in a year when the Republic Day 2026 celebrations are set to foreground Nari Shakti, with women commanding contingents, leading from the front. Rani says, "The Indian flag stands for far more than pride; it stands for responsibility. As a woman, holding the Tricolour reminds me that women, today, are no longer just participants in the nation's journey; they are also leading it. Across fields, women are making informed choices, raising their voices, and shaping the moral compass of this country. That, to me, is the true meaning of Nari Shakti. I truly believe that every girl is a Mardaani." Echoing her sentiments, Deepti says, "Every time I wear the India jersey, I feel grateful. As a child, the country's flag always inspired me, and today, representing that flag on the global stage makes me feel emotional and empowered. Humare desh ki ladkiyan kuch bhi haasil kar sakti hain, bas discipline aur hard work chahiye."...