Jaipur, Jan. 26 -- The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with gaiety and national fervour across the length and width of Rajasthan today.

Governor Haribhau Kishanrao Bagade hoisted the national flag and took salute by contingents of the marching-past Army, Para Military Forces, Rajasthan Police and NCC cadets in grand ceremony at the state-level function at the SMS Stadium here this morning . School children and troupe of folk artistes- dancers presented colourful cultural programme.

Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, State Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, the members of the state Council of Ministers and dignitaries from different walks of life were present.

On this occasion, the Governor felicitated 42 dignitaries, including 17 police o...