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In a notable mention, H.E. Prabowo Subianto, the President of Indonesia, has been invited as the Chief Guest this year, and it will be his first visit to India as President since assuming office in October 2024.

The primary event of the day, the Republic Day Parade, will showcase the country’s cultural diversity and military strength and will be held in the capital, New Delhi.

It follows a historic route, beginning at Rashtrapati Bhavan, while proceeding along Kartavya Path, passing India Gate, and finishing at the Red Fort.

Before the march begins, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial in commemoration of the dead warriors.

This year’s Republic Day events will feature over 10,000 distinguished visitors, including disaster relief workers, handloom artists, tribal beneficiaries, and Paralympic athletes.