Gujarat’s Tableau wins Popular Choice Award at 76th Republic Day parade

Gandhinagar : Gujarat’s tableau, titled “From Anartpur to Ektanagar – A Wonderful Confluence of Heritage and Development,” presented at the 76th Republic Day National Parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, has won by securing the highest number of votes in the Popular Choice category. This achievement marks a remarkable hat-trick, with Gujarat’s tableau claiming the top spot in the Popular Choice category for the third consecutive year. 

Chief Minister  Bhupendra Patel has conveyed heartfelt gratitude to the people of Gujarat, celebrating this proud milestone as the state’s tableau continues to lead in the Popular Choice category for three years in a row. The Chief Minister reaffirmed his belief that Gujarat is successfully embodying Prime Ministeri Narendra Modi’s mantra of “Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi” through public participation and will continue leading in the years to come.

Among 31 tableaux displayed from various states and government departments at the 76th Republic Day Parade, Gujarat’s tableau, presented by the Information Department, stood out as it showcased the state’s remarkable journey of modern development, rooted in the vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, while also paying tribute to its rich and enduring heritage. Citizens were given the opportunity to vote online for their preferred tableaux in the “Popular Choice” category during the parade. This transparent and innovative approach is inspired by the Hon’ble PM’s vision. 

The Information Department of the Government of Gujarat has received the highest number of votes for its tableau “From Arantapur to Ektanagar – A Confluence of Heritage and Development” presented at this year’s parade. This remarkable achievement has earned Gujarat’s tableau first place in the Popular Choice category for the third consecutive year. 

Since its debut in the 74th Republic Day National Parade in 2023, Gujarat has set a new standard, leading the Popular Choice category. The first of these was the tableau “Clean Green Energy-rich Gujarat,” showcasing the state’s commitment to fulfilling the Prime Minister’s vision of maximizing renewable energy use. In the 75th Republic Day National Parade, Gujarat’s tableau “Dhordo, World’s Best Tourism Village-UNWTO” also claimed first place in the Popular Choice category. 

Additionally, this tableau secured second place in the Jury’s Choice for Excellence of Tableaus in 2024. Building on this legacy of excellence, Gujarat has now achieved an impressive hat-trick, securing first place for the third consecutive year in the 76th Republic Day National Parade. Presented on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, the tableau “Swarnim Bharat: Heritage and Development” eloquently portrayed the harmonious blend of cultural heritage and development, not only of Gujarat but of the entire nation.

The Gujarat tableau elegantly showcased the state’s blend of rich cultural heritage and contemporary achievements. It began with the 12th-century ‘Kirti Toran’ from Vadnagar, a symbol of the Solanki era, and seamlessly transitioned to the awe-inspiring ‘Statue of Unity,’ while also highlighting Gujarat’s self-reliance in key sectors such as defence, technology, automobiles, and manufacturing. 

Key developments featured included the C-295 aircraft production unit, semiconductor chip manufacturing, and the landmark Atal Bridge. At one end of the tableau stood the iconic ‘Kirti Toran,’ while at the other end soared the majestic ‘Statue of Unity,’ the world’s tallest statue of Sardar Patel, standing at 182 meters. Infusing energy and colour, the tableau presented the vibrant ‘Maniyaro’ raas, with dynamic dance performances set to a fusion of traditional and modern Duha music. The Maniyaro raas also garnered third place in the cultural program competition among tableau artists from across the nation. This captivating display not only captured the imagination of the audience but also became the focal point of the parade.