Participation of common citizens to be key theme of this year's R-Day celebrations: Defence Secretary

New Delhi [India], January 18 (ANI): The involvement of the Aam Aadmi (common citizens) will be the key theme and highlight of this year's Republic Day celebrations, Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane said on Wednesday.

'Shramyogis' (labourers), who built the revamped Central Vista and the new Parliament building, as well as vegetable and milk vendors, would be special invitees for the Republic Day parade this year.

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