This Monday is a proud day for every Indian, irrespective of caste, creed or culture, as our country celebrates its 66th Republic Day. There are simple ways you can celebrate the free spirit of our country in your apartment community. (Find out How CommonFloor Groups Helps You Plan an Event)
Here go some ideas you can use while organizing a community event around this patriotic occasion:
1) Involve Maximum number of Children: It is important that you encourage children to actively participate during this celebration. They are the future of our country and their patriotism and love for their country is essential.
2) Ask the Senior-Most Citizen to do the Hoisting Honors: Flag-hoisting plays a central role on Republic day and involving senior citizens of the society is a healthy idea. Request the senior-most citizen to do the flag-hoisting honors and make sure to do necessary seating arrangements.
3) Sing the National Anthem ALOUD: Cherish the pride you feel while singing our national anthem. You can organize a meet a day before for the little kids who are not familiar with the words of “Jana Gana Mana”.
4) Organize Cultural Programs (Dance/Music/Poetry): Cultural programs are an intrinsic part of our rich culture and should be a part of your Republic Day event. Let people from all different cultures form their individual teams and perform their cultural art form.
5) Honor People Working towards a Cause: Take this opportunity to appreciate and honor the people who take out time for social service or do their bit for our society in their own way.
6) Organize Fun Competitions for Children: As the most energetic members of the society, kids will love to take part in competitions around athletics and cultural events.
7) Special Dishes are a Must-Have for the Occasion: A celebration is never complete without food! Make it a point to add at least a few snacks or desserts to the table.
The whole idea behind celebrating Republic Day in your apartment complex is to bind the community together and encourage the spirit of unity in diversity.
We hope this get-together is a fun, interactive celebration for you and your entire community & wish you a very Happy Republic Day!