Republic Day

The Republic Day programme at La Martiniere College was held on the 26^th of January 2019 at the East-Terrace. The Chief Guest for the programme was Mr. Sharat Pradhan, a senior journalist and a political analyst for the Free Press Journal. The platoons consisting of the Cubs, Scouts, Rovers, Air Wing, Navy Wing, and Army Wing, came one after the other and stood at ease and waited for the Chief Guest. The buglers played the bugles, indicating the arrival of the Chief Guest. He was guided by the College Commander and two Pilots for the inspection of the parade. The flag was hoisted by the Chief Guest and the platoons marched past the Chief Guest who stood for the salute.

The Chief Guest gave a noteworthy speech on the importance, relevance, hardships of and the necessity of a free press in today’s world. He even commended the parade and its remarkable portrayal of coordination.

The Principal announced that three Ex-Martinians, Major Tushar Gauba, Group Captain Anubhav Tripathi and Lt. Gen. Bipin Puri had earned the Kirti Chakra, Vayu Sena Medal, and the Param Vishisht Seva Medal respectively on the same day.