Nagpur: As the nation readies itself to salute the Constitution on Republic Day, Nagpur has wrapped itself in the colours of the Tricolour, turning everyday marketplaces into living celebrations of national pride. From the heritage lanes of Sitabuldi to the commercial heart of Dharampeth, the city pulses with a renewed sense of unity and devotion to the motherland.
Shops and pavements glow in saffron, white and green, as rows of fluttering national flags sway above busy streets. Stalls brim with patriotic merchandise, caps, badges, scarves, kites and decorative festoons, creating a sea of colour that draws crowds from dawn to dusk. Buntings cascade from shopfronts, while vendors hurriedly restock shelves to keep pace with the surging demand.
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This is the season when patriotism finds expression not just in parades and speeches, but in small, heartfelt gestures. Children proudly clutch flags bought with saved pocket money, families select decorations for balconies and windows, and first-time buyers pause to choose the perfect Tricolour. Many traders have rolled out special Republic Day kits, combining flags and accessories to make participation easy for everyone.
“It’s more than a sale, it’s a service to the nation,” said a trader from Gandhibagh, as he helped a customer pick a flag large enough to unfurl from her balcony. For many vendors, these days carry emotional weight, as business blends seamlessly with celebration.
The patriotic wave spills onto street corners and traffic junctions, where hawkers with bundles of miniature flags weave through waiting vehicles, bringing the spirit of Republic Day to every stoplight. With only a few days remaining, traders expect a final rush, promising that Nagpur’s streets will soon glow even brighter.
As January 26 approaches, the Tricolour rises across the city, not just on flagpoles, but in hearts, standing tall as a symbol of freedom, unity and an unshakeable love for India.
