Overview On Constitution Day, November 26, 2025 , the Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law & Justice organized an event centered around reading the Preamble to the Constitution of India . The event took place in the Conference Hall at Shastri Bhawan . Key Participants The program was led by Dr. Rajiv Mani , Secretary, Legislative Department and Department of Legal Affair , along with Dr. Manoj Kumar , Shri R.K Pattanayak , both Additional Secretaries , and other senior officers and staff. Event Highlights Collective Reading: Officers and staff members, including those from the Official Language Wing (OLW) and Vidhi Sahitya Prakashan (VSP) , participated in reading the Preamble. Commitment Reaffirmation: Participants reaffirmed their dedication to upholding constitutional values. Nation-Building Pledge: Participants pledged to contribute to nation-building through their roles. Concluding Remarks: The program concluded with a vote of thanks and a pledge to promote constitutional values in day-to-day governance. UPSC Relevance This event is relevant to the UPSC syllabus, particularly GS2 (Polity and Governance) and GS1 (History) . Understanding the significance of Constitution Day and the Preamble is crucial for aspirants. Key Takeaways Constitution Day: Celebrated annually on November 26th . Preamble: Outlines the objectives and guiding principles of the Constitution. Legislative Department: Plays a vital role in upholding constitutional values through its legislative functions. Important Facts The event was organized by the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice . Dr. Rajiv Mani led the program. The event included staff from OLW and VSP .