Republic Day 2026: India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day on Monday, January 26, to honour the adoption of the constitution on January 26, 1950. President Droupadi Murmu will unfurl the national flag, Tiranga, at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi in the presence of the chief guests, President of the European Council Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
The theme for this Republic Day is "150 Years of Vande Mataram" to honour the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and acknowledge the importance of Vande Bharat in the freedom movement. India also displays its cultural heritage and diversity at the Kartavya Path on this day.
Republic Day: Historical Significance
The Republic Day is celebrated on January 26, as the modern lawbook Constitution of India came into effect on the same date in 1950 by replacing the Government of India Act (1935). The authorities chose January 26 to adopt the constitution in 1950 to honour the declaration of Purna Swaraj by the Indian National Congress on January 26, 1930.
On this day, India celebrates its democratic values and sovereignty and remembers the sacrifices of the freedom fighters. Apart from this, the country also remembers the people behind the making of the constitution, including BR Ambedkar and Rajendra Prasad.
Republic Day Celebrations In New Delhi
India showcases its military strength and cultural diversity through grand parades at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi on this day. The President of India unfurls the national flag in the presence of the chief guests and presents the bravery awards. The grand parade is followed by tableaux, folk dances, and music from several states to showcase the cultural diversity.
The Ministry of Tourism will organise 'Bharat Parv' at the Red Fort from January 26 to January 31 to display the culture of several states, including Chandigarh, Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Goa, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Tripura, Uttarakhand, and DRDO.