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Republic Day 2025: Indonesian Delegation Sings ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ at Droupadi Murmu’s Banquet for President Prabowo Subianto

Republic Day 2025: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto graced the celebrations as the chief guest. Highlights included a cultural performance of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai at President Droupadi Murmu’s banquet.

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Republic Day 2025: On January 26, 2025, India celebrated its 76th Republic Day with grandeur. This year, Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto attended as the chief guest, marking a significant moment in India-Indonesia relations. The Republic Day 2025 celebrations showcased the growing friendship between the two nations, solidifying a bond that dates back decades.

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A Historic Connection Between Indonesia and India’s Republic Day

This isn’t the first time an Indonesian leader has been honored as the chief guest. The historic ties between India and Indonesia trace back to 1950, when Indonesia’s first President, Sukarno, graced India’s inaugural Republic Day celebrations. Now, 75 years later, President Prabowo Subianto followed in the legacy of President Sukarno, reinforcing the longstanding connection between the two countries.

Bollywood Song 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' Adds Spark to Banquet

During a banquet hosted by India’s President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, an Indonesian delegation charmed the audience with a performance of the iconic Bollywood song Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. This unique gesture, involving senior Indonesian ministers, highlighted the cultural camaraderie between the two nations. A video of the event shared on social media by ANI captured the memorable moment, earning widespread appreciation.

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President Prabowo Subianto expressed admiration for India's successful programs, such as the Mid-Day Meal scheme and Public Distribution System, during Republic Day 2025 discussions. He announced Indonesia's plans to implement similar initiatives, showcasing how India's policies are gaining global recognition.

‘Look East’ Policy Revisited on Republic Day 2025

During the Republic Day 2025 celebrations, the importance of India's Look East Policy, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014, was underscored. President Subianto acknowledged India’s support in Indonesia’s independence journey and emphasised the need for enhanced collaboration to strengthen this partnership.

Focus on Trade and Defense Cooperation

In his discussions with PM Modi, President Subianto prioritised enhancing trade and defense cooperation. The two leaders explored avenues for mutual growth, with India offering extended support to bolster Indonesia’s defense capabilities.

The Republic Day 2025 celebrations showcased a blend of history, culture, and diplomacy, strengthening the India-Indonesia bond while highlighting shared aspirations for the future.

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