**Executive Summary**
This document reports on the celebration of the 77th Republic Day at Lokpal of India. The event, marked by fervor and enthusiasm, was held on January 26, 2026, and included a speech by Hon'ble Chairperson, Justice A.M. Khanwilkar. The speech emphasized the importance of upholding constitutional ideals and strengthening faith in democratic institutions.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Republic Day Celebration:** The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at Lokpal of India.
* **Welcome Address:** Shri Ziley Singh Vical, Joint Secretary, welcomed Hon'ble Shri Justice A.M. Khanwilkar, Chairperson, Hon'ble Members, distinguished officers and staff.
* **Chairperson's Speech:**
* Extended greetings on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.
* Highlighted the Constitution as the longest written constitution.
* Emphasized the importance of upholding the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
* Stated that the "Rule of Law" can translate commitment towards equality, access to justice, good governance, transparency, fairness and independent and accountable institutions.
* Stressed the role of Lokpal in reinforcing accountability and strengthening citizens' faith in democratic institutions.
* Urged embracing transparency and fostering a work culture rooted in timeliness, accountability, and citizen centric.
* Concluded that the tricolor should remind of duties, unity in diversity and unwavering commitment towards the goal of developed India, viksit Bharat.
**Impact Analysis**
**Lokpal of India Staff, Hon'ble Members, Distinguished Officers**
* **Impact:** Reminded of their duty to uphold the ideals of the Constitution and contribute to a developed nation.
* **Action Required:** Embrace transparency, foster a citizen-centric work culture, and strengthen accountability.
**Citizens of India**
* **Impact:** Reassured of the commitment of Lokpal to uphold the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
* **Action Required:** To strengthen the faith in democratic institutions.
Key Entities Referenced
Lokpal of India: An anti-corruption authority in India that celebrated Republic Day
Constitution: The constitution of India which guarantees justice, liberty, equality and fraternity to all citizens
Lokpal of India
77th Republic Day was celebrated in Lokpal of
India with great fervor and enthusiasm
प्रव तथ: 26 JAN 2026 10:43PM by PIB Delhi
Shri Ziley Singh Vical, Joint Secretary, welcomed Hon’ble Shri Justice A.M. Khanwilkar, Chairperson,
Hon’ble Members, distinguished officers and staff of Lokpal of India on this occasion.
In his speech, Hon’ble Chairperson, Lokpal of India extended warm greetings to all on the momentous
occasion of 77th Republic Day of our great nation. He mentioned that our Constitution is one of the
longest written Constitution of any sovereign nation. It is a living and organic document. It embodies the
aspirations, values, and collective wisdom of our people.
He further stated that “Republic Day is, therefore, a solemn reminder of our shared duty to uphold the
ideals of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity guaranteed to all citizens - as enshrined in the
Constitution. Only the Rule of Law can translate the nation's commitment towards equality, access to
justice, good governance, transparency, fairness and independent and accountable institutions.”He further mentioned that “Corruption weakens public trust and corrodes the moral fabric of the society.
The framers of our Constitution have envisioned a nation where power is exercised with responsibility
and public office is regarded as a public trust. In fulfilling this lofty vision, the Lokpal plays a vital role of
reinforcing accountability and strengthening citizens’ faith in democratic institutions.”
He further stated that the nation continues its journey to become a developed nation, the expectations
from public institutions including from the Lokpal have never been higher. He exhorted to rise to these
expectations by embracing transparency and fostering a work culture rooted in timeliness, accountability
and citizen centric.
He concluded his speech stating “May our Tricolour always remind us of our duties, our unity in diversity
and our unwavering commitment towards the goal of developed India, that is viksit Bharat.”
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