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Republic Day 2025 Parade Guide: India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day this year on January 26, 2025, falling on Sunday.
This annual event commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, which made India a sovereign republic.
The morning festivities for Republic Day will commence with Prime Minister Narendra Modi honouring the National War Memorial by laying a wreath.
Following this, the President will arrive at Kartavya Path to oversee the ceremonial march past, featuring contingents from the Armed Forces, Para-Military Forces, Auxiliary Civil Forces, as well as units from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and the National Service Scheme (NSS).
Showcasing the nation’s cultural diversity and military strength through parades, cultural performances, and patriotic events, the main events, especially the famous Republic Day parade, held in the capital, New Delhi.
The day starts with the President of India hoisting the national flag, followed by a 21-gun salute by the Indian Army Regiment of Artillery.
The parade follows a historic route, starting at Rashtrapati Bhavan, proceeding along Kartavya Path, passing India Gate, and concluding at the Red Fort.
A 160-member marching contingent, along with a 190-member band contingent from Indonesia, this year will take part in the parade, in addition to the contingents of the Indian Armed Forces, as per the PIB.
Furthermore, 31 tableaux from Indian states, union territories, and central government ministries/departments will also partake in the parade under the theme “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas,” which translates into (Golden India: Heritage and Development.)
This will be followed by the national anthem, releasing themed banners, and balloons of the 75th year of the Indian Constitution, and lastly ending with the flypast by 47 aircraft.
On the eve of Republic Day, the President of India honours distinguished individuals with several prestigious awards, including the Padma Awards, which celebrate significant contributions to the nation.
Additionally, recipients of esteemed recognitions such as the Bharat Ratna, Gallantry Awards, and National Bravery Awards are also acknowledged for their exemplary achievements.
Even children from the age group 5-18 years across India are also awarded the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, recognising their excellence and contribution to the nation across diverse categories.
