India’s Republic Day has taken over social media and school parades, as it honours the date on which the Constitution of India, came into effect back in 1950.

Hashtags from Indian citizens around the world celebrated the day, adding in their commemorations in their respective schools, office spaces and homes.

The UAE joined in on the celebrations, with several UAE leaders sending out their congratulations to India’s President and Prime Minister; and other prominent entrepreneurs like Khalaf Al Habtoor; adding what unity the UAE and India have had for decades.

Indian residents in the UAE shared their joy on this day

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Wishing everyone a very Happy Republic Day. 🇮🇳
#RepublicDay2020 pic.twitter.com/qJ39ZmASFu

— Visit Dubai IN (@VisitDubai_IN) January 26, 2020

‘Happy 71st Republic Day!’

Happy 71st republic day to the world's biggest democracy, where diversity nurtures togetherness. #RepublicDay2020

— Khan Shahbaz (@koshurladkeh) January 26, 2020

Students at Indian High School Dubai marches past procession in honour of today

https://twitter.com/IndianHigh_DXB/status/1221335952972570624?s=20

Entrepreneur Khalad Ahmad Al Habtoor congratulates the Indians and thanks them for having stood by the UAE in helping build the country

Congratulations to all Indians in #UAE and the world on their nation's 71st Republic Day. The Indians have stood by us in building our country, and we value the strong friendship we have with #India.#RepublicDay2020 #RepublicDayIndia pic.twitter.com/qiiVRb7LWH

— Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor (@KhalafAlHabtoor) January 26, 2020

Many residents’ tweeted out in honour of their country’s day

https://twitter.com/saaniisweet/status/1221239011592802304?s=20