Republic Day 2022: Tableaux display India's rich heritage

This year's Republic Day parade saw 12 tableaux of different states and UTs showcasing India's rich and diverse cultural heritage. Take a look...

Goa tableau depicts its seashore along with its biodiversity and livelihoods during the Republic Day parade, apart from highlighting the state's campaign 'Save the Frog'. Credit: PTI Photo

The tableau of Arunachal Pradesh depicted 'Anglo-Abor (Adi) Wars'-- resistance of the state's indigenous tribal people, particularly the Adis of Siang region who had bravely fought against the imperial policy of colonial expansion of the British rule in India. Credit: PTI Photo

Haryana showcased its sports talent with a host of international players standing at the centre in its tableau at the Republic Day parade. The theme of the state's tableau was 'Haryana- Number One in Sports', which also had a life-size replica of Olympic gold medal winner Neeraj Chopra in javelin throwing posture, on the posterior side of the tableau. Credit: PTI Photo

Uttarakhand showcased connectivity projects and religious sites in its tableau at the Republic Day 2022 parade. Credit: PTI Photo

From skillfully made pots, carefully sculpted sandalwood miniatures to hand-woven sarees, Karnataka's rich tradition of handicraft was on grand display at the Republic Day 2022 parade. Credit: PTI Photo

The tableau of the Gujarat government at the Republic Day parade depicted scenes of the congregation of tribals in Pal-Dadhvaav villages to protest against high taxation (lagaan) and forced labour imposed by the British and the subsequent indiscriminate firing by the British Army. Credit: PTI Photo

The tableau of Jammu and Kashmir at the Republic Day parade depicted the changing face of the Union Territory in terms of the development scenario. The front portion of the tableau showcased the world famous Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan located at Katra in the Trikuta Mountains of Jammu Division. The rear portion depicted the Indian Institute of Management, Indian Institute of Technology, AIIMS and International Airport being established. Credit: PTI Photo

Chhattisgarh's tableau at the Republic Day parade depicted the state's 'Godhan Nyay Yojana' and the various ways in which this scheme addresses multiple global concerns by synergizing traditional knowledge and scientific approach to make use of rural resources. Credit: PTI Photo

The spiritual city of Varanasi with the recently-inaugurated Kashi Vishwanath Dham was the centerpiece of Uttar Pradesh's tableau in the 73rd Republic Day Parade on Rajpath. Credit: PTI Photo

The Indian giant squirrel found in the Sahyadri mountains, a new spider species named after Mumbai policeman Tukaram Ombale who captured terrorist Ajmal Kasab during the 26/11 attack, featured in the tableau of Maharashtra that was part of the Republic Day 2022 parade. Credit: PTI Photo

Meghalaya's tableau showcased bamboo and cane handicrafts as well as Lakadong turmeric to honour women-led cooperative societies and self-help groups which revived the popularity and demand of these products with their relentless efforts. Credit: PTI Photo

Martyrs and independence movement was the theme of the poll-bound Punjab tableau during the Republic Day parade on Wednesday, which prominently featured Bhagat Singh and Udham Singh, both martyrs of freedom movement from the state. The very front of the tableau depicted the life-size replica of Bhagat Singh raising his hand in protest against the British rule accompanied by his companions Rajguru and Sukhdev. Credit: PTI Photo