Majulah Singapura was not launched on its Independence Day on 9 August 1965Majulah Singapura meaning Onwards Singapore was first launched on the 3 Dec 1959 together with the national flag and the state crest. However, it did not become Singapore’s National Anthem until her Independence on the 9 August 1965.
When will the National Day Parade be held at the Padang?
Since its completion in 1976, the National Day Parade (NDP) has been held at the National Stadium. This change was made to accommodate larger crowds. However, to commemorate then first NDP, the Parade is held at the Padang every 5 years interval – the last time was in 2005.
How many years has Singapore had her Independence?
Singapore gained her independence in 1965 and in 1966, we celebrated our first National Day with a parade at the padang that attracted a whopping 23,000 participants!
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