Punjab, Haryana Celebrate 77th Republic Day with Flag Hoisting Ceremonies

• Punjab and Haryana marked India's 77th Republic Day with state-level functions and flag hoisting ceremonies.
• Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria unfurled the national flag in Fazilka, while CM Bhagwant Mann hoisted it in Hoshiarpur.
• Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh unfurled the flag in Panchkula, and CM Nayab Singh Saini did so in Gurugram.
• Both Chief Ministers greeted citizens and paid tribute to freedom fighters and armed forces.
• Parades by police and home guard contingents were held, with tight security across both states.

Why It Matters: Punjab and Haryana celebrated the 77th Republic Day with official ceremonies, parades, and tributes.