NEW DELHI: As the country marked its 77th Republic Day, members of the sports fraternity shared messages on social media, highlighting the importance of the Constitution, unity, and national duty.International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah, former India captain Rohit Sharma, Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and several other sportspersons posted Republic Day greetings on platforms such as X and Instagram.Jay Shah shared a message on Instagram, saying, “Happy Republic Day! Let us celebrate the constitution that shapes India towards a stronger and more resilient nation.”India men’s cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir posted on X, “We have one Constitution. We should also have just one identity – INDIAN! #HappyRepublicDay.”Two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker expressed her thoughts on Instagram, writing, “Proud to represent my country today and every day. Jai Hind. Happy Republic Day.”Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan also took to X to post, “Dil se Hindustani. Happy Republic Day.”India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav marked the day on Instagram, stating, “77 years of a nation guided by its Constitution. Happy Republic Day.”The All India Football Federation (AIFF) shared a message on X that read, “Happy 77th Republic Day from the #IndianFootball family!”Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh posted a message on Instagram Story, saying, “My pride for Mother India comes from knowing what our country has given me and from reminding myself every day to give something back to our great nation. May we all carry this sense of pride forward and contribute to nation-building in our own unique ways. Jai Hind. #HappyRepublicDay.”The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also posted on X, “Here’s wishing everyone a very Happy Republic Day.”Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlighted the occasion on X, writing, “Happy Republic Day! Let us honour our Constitution and the sacrifices of our heroes. Proud to be an Indian. Jai Hind!”Hockey India extended its wishes on X with the message, “Rooted in tradition, driven by excellence, united as one nation. Happy Republic Day to all!”Former India cricketer Suresh Raina shared his greetings on Instagram, posting, “Happy Republic Day.”India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant also posted on X, “Happy Republic Day to all.”Former India opener Virender Sehwag marked the day by sharing a photo of children saluting the national flag on X. He wrote, “There is an intoxication in the pride of our Tricolour. There is a thrill in the honour of our Motherland. We will unfurl this flag everywhere with dignity, for this pride is the pride of Hindustan itself. Warm wishes to everyone on the occasion of Republic Day!”
