Bay Area Event Draws Huge Crowd For India’s Republic Day CelebrationsIndia-West Staff ReporterMILPITAS, CA – The Association of Indo Americans marked the 77th Republic Day of India on January 25 with a large community celebration at the India Community Center, here. Singing competitions under the banner of AIA Idol and dance performances set to patriotic music took place before and after the formal Republic Day ceremony. Several noted that Republic Day serves as a reminder of both rights and responsibilities in a democratic society. Singing competitions under the banner of AIA Idol and dance performances set to patriotic music took place before and after the formal Republic Day ceremony. Several noted that Republic Day serves as a reminder of both rights and responsibilities in a democratic society.