New Delhi, January 25: Republic Day is celebrated every year on January 26 to commemorate the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950, marking India’s transformation into a sovereign, democratic republic. The occasion is marked by celebrations across the country, with the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi and the Indian Air Force flypast remaining the main highlights.

Republic Day 2026 will hold special significance as top European Union leaders, President of the European Council Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, will attend the celebrations as chief guests, reflecting India’s growing global engagement. Republic Day 2026: How the Preamble to the Constitution of India Defines Freedom and Social Justice.

Is India Celebrating the 77th or 78th Republic Day in 2026?

India is officially celebrating the 77th Republic Day in 2026, not the 78th. The confusion arises almost every year due to differing methods of counting. India became a republic on January 26, 1950, and the first Republic Day was celebrated in the same year. When counted from 1950, the year 2026 marks the observance of the 77th Republic Day. Republic Day 2026: How Is Republic Day Different From Independence Day.

The position has been clearly confirmed by official government sources, including the Press Information Bureau. According to an official release, a total of 30 tableaux, including 17 from States and Union Territories and 13 from Ministries, Departments and Services, will take part in the 77th Republic Day parade on January 26, 2026, at Kartavya Path in New Delhi.

The tableaux will be based on the themes Swatantrata ka Mantra Vande Mataram and Samriddhi ka Mantra Aatmanirbhar Bharat, highlighting 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram along with India’s progress driven by self reliance and cultural diversity.

Rehearsals for the 77th Republic Day parade are currently underway. The Beating Retreat Full Dress Rehearsal will be held on January 28, followed by the Beating Retreat ceremony on January 29, marking the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.

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