Anchoring speech introduction

Good afternoon everyone. Today we are gathered here

to celebrate our 65th republic day. I would like to wish
you all a happy republic day 2014. Its my privilege to
be a part of this auspicious occasion.
We took an oath when we became a Republic. A Republic is a
state where the will of the people comes first. Where religion and
state will not mix. Where truth will be told, honored and enforced.
Where progress will be in the hands of the common man and not
the elite few. Where freedom is a right and not earned. Where
human life is valued as supreme and not treated as a commodity.

Republic Day of India is celebrated with great zeal. It is a peoples day.

On Independence Day, the past is re-called , on Republic Day, the pledge is
renewed.The essence behind the celebration of Republic day is not only to
celebrate Indias secularism and democracy but also to make us feel proud of
our culture, languages, social norms, traditions, customs, religions that make
India a wonderful multi-cultural country. The Republic Day Parade is
reflective of the united India that is one despite the apparent diversities in
culture, lifestyle, languages, traditions and religions. We gained our freedom
on 15th august 1947 then some rules and regulations were required to drive
the country. In the leadership of B R ambedkar the Indian constitution was
formed it came into effect from 26th January 1950 since then it is celebrated
as the republic day of our country.

CONCLUSION
Republic Day is a time to enjoy the rich culture, acknowledge people who
have made an attempt to put their lives to good use for others sake and
maybe derive some inspiration from it. A day when you stop cribbing and
start shouting for the fulfillment of the pledge. A day running high on
idealism.

I know being too optimistic can be mistaken for being naive which I do not
want. At least a day is all I am asking for. A day to celebrate your nation to
celebrate your nationality.