ICAR Institutes across India Observe Constitution Day 2025

Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Diwas, is celebrated every year on 26 November to mark the adoption of the Constitution of India. On this day in 1949, the Constituent Assembly formally adopted the Constitution, which later came into force on 26 January 1950, heralding the birth of the Republic of India.

The day pays tribute to the visionary leadership and democratic ideals established by the framers of the Constitution, led by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting Committee. It serves as a reminder of the fundamental rights, duties, and constitutional values that uphold justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity across the nation.

ICAR institutes across the country observed Constitution Day 2025 by organising a range of activities including the reading of the Preamble, awareness lectures, discussions on constitutional values, and programmes promoting citizen responsibility. These initiatives reinforced the importance of the Constitution in guiding India’s governance and societal harmony.

ICAR–Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad

As part of the programme, ICAR-CRIDA organised several activities, including reading of the Preamble in both online and offline modes, a walkathon, and an online quiz on Constitutional Democracy.

The observance began with a gathering of all staff at the institute’s main building, where Shri V. Sanu, Administrative Officer, administered the Constitution Day Pledge. A key highlight was the collective reading of the Preamble of the Constitution of India, reaffirming the timeless values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity. Employees from all cadres participated enthusiastically.

Staff members also took part in the online quiz and received participation certificates. The walkathon further highlighted the significance of Samvidhan Diwas and encouraged wider awareness of constitutional values.

The programme underscored the Constitution as the nation’s guiding framework, safeguarding citizens’ rights and outlining responsibilities essential for nation-building. The observance concluded with a collective reaffirmation to uphold constitutional values in personal conduct, professional duties, and institutional activities, thereby strengthening the spirit of democracy and responsible citizenship.

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa

A total of 100 participants including all staff members, 30 SC/ST farmers, and officials from the Department of Agriculture, Government of Goa, and the Spice Board of India took part in the event. The gathering collectively read the Preamble of the Constitution of India, reaffirming their commitment to the core values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.

Addressing the participants, Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, highlighted the key features of the Indian Constitution, noting that it guarantees fundamental rights such as equality and freedom of speech. He emphasised that the Constitution forms the basis of India’s strong parliamentary democracy, ensuring social and economic justice while upholding national unity, integrity, and secularism.

ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad

The event commenced with the institute’s Director, Dr. R.M. Sundaram, leading the assembly by reciting the Preamble to the Constitution of India in English. The gathering, comprising scientific, technical, administrative, supporting, and contractual staff, along with students, echoed the words in a powerful collective affirmation of the nation’s core values.

ICAR–Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune

The event commenced with an introduction on the history and significance of Constitution Day, followed by a brief discussion on the relevance of the Indian Constitution and the importance of fostering awareness about constitutional values, duties, and democratic responsibilities.

A special activity was organized in which staff members read the Preamble of the Constitution in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, Odia, Urdu, and Sanskrit, reflecting the nation’s linguistic and cultural diversity.

Participants were also informed about the guidelines for uploading their Preamble-reading videos on the designated government portal, along with details of an online quiz on the Constitution of India. Informative films on the making and significance of the Constitution were screened, further enriching the participants’ understanding of constitutional values.

ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi

As part of the celebrations, employees joined the national online reading of the Preamble and participated in the MyGov.in Online Quiz on Constitutional Democracy, with participation certificates shared on institutional social media platforms. A pledge ceremony was held at the ICAR–CIFT Conference Hall, Kochi, where staff reaffirmed their commitment to the Constitution. A Selfie and Signature Campaign was also organized to promote awareness of constitutional rights and fundamental duties.

Dr. Binu Mole, Director, School of Legal Studies, CUSAT, delivered an insightful address on constitutional values and civic responsibilities, with staff from various centres joining online.

The event concluded with a unified call to strengthen national responsibility and institutional harmony.

(Source: Respective ICAR Instiutes)