In a delightful and unconventional celebration of Bharat’s 75th Republic Day, the Russian Embassy in New Delhi showcased its festive spirit through a vibrant dance performance featuring the iconic Bollywood song ‘Gaddi Le Ke’ from Sunny Deol’s film ‘Gadar’. The embassy conveyed warm wishes to India through a video shared on its social media handles, capturing the essence of the joyous occasion.
The video portrayed embassy staff, children, and professional dancers joyfully dancing to the upbeat tunes of ‘Gaddi Le Ke,’ a hit song known for its energetic beats and catchy lyrics. Holding placards that extended heartfelt Republic Day greetings, the performers added a touch of Bollywood glamour to the celebration.
The Russian Embassy’s message on social media echoed their warm wishes: “Happy Republic Day, India! From Russia with love.”
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Denis Alipov, the Russian Ambassador to India, conveyed his heartfelt congratulations on Republic Day, extending wishes for prosperity, well-being, and a bright future during the auspicious occasion of Amrit Kaal. His message read, “Warmest congratulations on the #RepublicDay, India! Wishing our Indian friends prosperity, well-being and very bright #AmritKaal! Long live #Bharat! Long live Rusi-Bharatiya Dosti!”
Warmest congratulations on the #RepublicDay, India! Wishing our Indian friends prosperity, well-being and very bright #AmritKaal! Long live #Bharat! Long live Rusi-Bharatiya Dosti! pic.twitter.com/BOeEewup86
— Denis Alipov 🇷🇺 (@AmbRus_India) January 25, 2024
The ‘Gaddi Le Ke’ dance routine not only showcased the enthusiasm of the Russian Embassy staff but also highlighted the cultural bridge between Russia and India. By choosing a popular Bollywood song, the embassy added a touch of Bollywood’s global appeal to the celebration, fostering the spirit of friendship and camaraderie between the two nations.
The video garnered attention on social media platforms, drawing appreciation for the unique and lively expression of solidarity. This distinctive celebration serves as a testament to the strong diplomatic and cultural ties between Russia and India, emphasising the shared joy in commemorating important milestones like the Republic Day of India.
