LUCKNOW, Jan. 31 -- The Uttar Pradesh tableau at this year's Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in Delhi won the second prize in the popular choice category, the state government said on Friday. With this achievement, the state has won an award for its tableau for the seventh consecutive year, reinforcing its strong creative presence at the national event. The tableau highlighted the cultural heritage of Bundelkhand alongside UP's development journey, an official statement said. Based on the theme 'Samriddhi Ka Mantra Atma - Nirbhar Bharat', the tableau depicted the state's development journey while showcasing Bundelkhand's historical and spiritual identity. Elements such as the rock art of Kalinjar Fort and the Ekamukh Ling were presented as symbols of region's cultural heritage. It also featured Bundelkhand's terracotta art, bead craft and traditional handicrafts. Alongside these, symbols of development such as the 'One District, One Product' initiative, the BrahMos missile, expressway networks and modern infrastructure reflected state's growth journey. The award distribution ceremony was held in New Delhi, where additional director of the Information and Public Relations Department, Arvind Kumar Mishra, received a certificate of appreciation and a memento from Union minister of state for defence, Sanjay Seth. htc...