The 67th Republic Day was celebrated in Gujarat with Governor O P Kohli unfurling the national flag at Veraval town of Gir-Somnath district.
Chief Minister Anandiben Patel was also present at the ceremony.
The state-level programme was held in Gir-Somnath district this time following the tradition started by former chief minister and currently Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, to observe such functions outside the state capital, Gandhinagar.
An impressive parade, tableaux, displaying various schemes of the state government, and cultural programme were presented at the Veraval's Sadbhavna Ground.
Chief Minister Anandiben Patel later tweeted "saluting the tricolour always gives a unique sense of pride."
"Tableaux of various departments gave an insight into important features of differing GoG (Government of Gujarat) initiatives and projects," she tweeted.
"I congratulate Gir-Somnath district administration for wonderfully hosting state-level celebrations of 67th Republic day," she further said. She also praised the bravery displayed by the women police officers.
Various ministers unfurled tricolours at different district headquarters.
In the Gujarat High Court acting chief justice Jayant Patel unfurled the flag at a programme attended by sitting and former judges.
Flags were unfurled at the BJP and Congress state office also.
General public also celebrated the Day with patriotic fervour by hoisting the flag on their rooftops. Impressive functions were held at various government and private schools.
