Minister of State for Defence Honors Top Marching Contingents and Tableaux
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Synopsis
On January 30, 2025, the Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, presented awards for the best Marching Contingents and Tableaux from the Republic Day Parade. The event took place at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp in New Delhi, recognizing exceptional performances from various states and departments.
Key Takeaways
- Minister of State for Defence honored top contingents.
- Uttar Pradesh won first prize for its tableau.
- Online voting for 'Popular Choice' was conducted.
- Gujarat emerged as the critics' favorite.
- A variety of special prizes were awarded.
New Delhi, Jan 30 (NationPress) The announcement of the best Marching Contingents and Tableaux for the Republic Day Parade 2025 has taken place. Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Sanjay Seth awarded these honors to the leading Marching Contingents and Tableaux during a ceremony held at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp in the capital on Thursday.
Additionally, he presented special accolades to the CPWD Tableau and artists involved in cultural performances.
The Uttar Pradesh tableau, which highlighted the Mahakumbh 2025 - Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas, secured the first position in the states' segment. Meanwhile, in an online voting event, Gujarat claimed the first prize in the 'popular choice category.'
Here is the list of the winners for the Marching Contingents and Tableaux:
Best Marching Contingent among Services - Jammu & Kashmir Rifles Contingent
Best Marching Contingent among CAPFs/Other Auxiliary Forces - Delhi Police Marching Contingent
Top Three Tableaux (States/UTs)
1st - Uttar Pradesh (Mahakumbh 2025 - Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas)
2nd - Tripura (Eternal Reverence: The worship of 14 Deities in Tripura - Kharchi Puja)
3rd - Andhra Pradesh (Etikoppaka Bommalu - Eco-Friendly Wooden Toys)
Best Tableau from Central Ministries/Departments - Ministry of Tribal Affairs (Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh)
Special Prize:
Central Public Works Department (75 years of Constitution of India)
'Jayati Jai Mamah Bharatam' Dance Group
In addition, an online poll was conducted on the MyGov portal from January 26 to 28, 2025, allowing citizens to vote for their favorite tableau and Marching Contingents in the 'Popular Choice Category.'
Gujarat emerged as the critics' top choice, with Uttar Pradesh following closely behind.
Top Three Tableaux (States/UTs):
1st - Gujarat (Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas)
2nd – Uttar Pradesh (Mahakumbh 2025 - Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas)
3rd - Uttarakhand (Uttarakhand: Cultural Heritage and Adventure Sports)
Best Tableau from Central Ministries/Departments - Ministry of Women & Child Development
Best Marching Contingent among Services - Signals Contingent
Best Marching Contingent among CAPFs/Other Auxiliary Forces - CRPF Marching Contingent
