Mysuru, Jan. 27 -- An impressive march-past and cultural programmes marked the 76th Republic Day celebrations organised by the District Administration at Bannimantap Torch-light Parade Grounds in the city yesterday.

Addressing the gathering after unfurling the National Flag and receiving the Guard of Honour presented by the armed Police, District Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa underlined the importance of abiding by the Constitutional norms in the present times.

He maintained that it is only by adhering to the Constitutional norms that the values of equality, freedom and brotherhood, enshrined in the Constitution, become meaningful.

He said that the State Government under Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had also taken up the task of creating greater...