Republic Day 21 Gun Salute How many Cannons used in Ekees Topo Ki Salami Ceremony

Republic Day 21 Gun Salute How many Cannons used in Ekees Topo Ki Salami Ceremony

21 topo ki saalami: Republic Day, Independence Day Whether or any other special opportunity, it is always custom to give 21 cannon salutes on these occasions. This tradition, which has been going on since the British era, is about 150 years old. Every year on the occasion of Republic Day, 21 cannon salutes are given with the tune of the national anthem. This time too, this tradition will be performed on the occasion of 26 January and the thunder of cannons will add to the celebration of Republic Day. However,…

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How is the 21 gun salute given, are real shells really fired?

How is the 21 gun salute given, are real shells really fired?

After the recent demise of former Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh, he was cremated with state honours. During this he was given a 21-gun salute. In India, a 21-gun salute is given to honor any dignitary other than a foreign head of state or even on the occasion of Republic Day. It is considered the highest military honour, in which cannon is fired.  The tradition of giving 21 gun salute is about 150 years old in the history of the country. However, after the country’s independence, when Dr. Rajendra…

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Why Is 21 Gun Salute Given Know How This Tradition Started

Why Is 21 Gun Salute Given Know How This Tradition Started

21 Gun Salute Story: You must have seen that 21 gun salutes are given to honor Republic Day, Independence Day or any foreign head of state. This tradition is considered very respectable, but have you ever wondered why only 21 gun salutes are given on such occasions? If not, today we are going to tell you the story behind this tradition. Let’s know why and when it started… History of 21 gun salute The story of 21 gun salute in the country is more than 150 years old. Through this…

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