Republic Day: TV celebs get nostalgic

For some, it’s a reminder of the colourful annual parade, while for some, it’s a time to raise pertinent questions about the country — Republic Day means different things to different actors and show makers of the Hindi television industry.
With the 66th Republic Day right around the corner, a few celebrities have shared their thoughts on the occasion, and have pledged to make India clean and green, in tune with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s campaign.
Here is what they gushed about for Republic Day:
Vishal Singh: On this Republic Day, I want to thank all those soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our nation. We actors are called ‘heroes’’ but according to me they are the actual heroes.
Meghna Malik: The ceremonious parades, the Beating Retreat fill my heart with pride. But is it just another day of festivities on the calendar? Where does the pride go when we see our leaders misbehave in the parliament? Where does our pride go when we as citizens break rules and are impatient with everything around them? We as a country have very many challenges to meet before we can be a true Republic.
Ssharad Malhotra: The Republic Day reminds me of school parade. It also reminds me of the struggle of our warriors for freedom. I pledge never to jump signals and never litter the road. India should be a clean country.
Gunjan Utreja: The wonderful Republic Day parade is what comes to my mind when I think of Jan 26. One of the most important things that I have been doi-ng as a responsible citizen of India is not littering my surroundings. (IANS)