The Republic Day was celebrated across Bihar on Sunday, with Governor D.Y. Patil hoisting the tricolour at Gandhi Maidan in Patna under a clear sky.
The governor oversaw an impressive parade by security forces and, in a short speech, lauded the government for development activities and combating corruption and crime. While assuring 35 per cent reservation for women in police services, he urged the people to contribute to the state;s development.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hoisted the tricolour at his official residence in Patna. Celebrations took place in major towns, with thousands thronging every venue.
The programe at Gandhi Maidan ended as CRPF was honoured as the best professional parade and homeguard as the best non professional parade.
Maoists put up black flags in Gaya, Aurangabad, Jamui and Banka districts to protest against the Republic Day.
(With inputs from ETV)
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