Republic Day Parade 2026 Live Streaming Details: Know How To Watch Coverage of Gantantra Diwas Parade Online
India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, with a grand parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi featuring António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen as the Chief Guests. The event will begin at 9:30 AM IST and will be broadcast live on Doordarshan and streamed via the Ministry of Defence's YouTube channel and the Prasar Bharati app. Scroll below to know where and how to watch the live streaming of the Republic Day Parade 2026.
New Delhi, January 23: India is set to celebrate its 77th Republic Day (Gantantra Diwas) on Monday, January 26, with the traditional grand parade (Republic Day Parade) at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. This year's celebrations will feature António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, as the Chief Guests. For millions of viewers across the country and the global diaspora, the government has finalised multi-platform streaming and broadcast arrangements to ensure the event is accessible to all. Scroll below to know where and how to watch the live streaming of the Republic Day Parade 2026.
Television Broadcast Details of the Republic Day Parade
The live telecast of the Republic Day parade will begin at 9:30 AM IST. As per tradition, the national broadcaster, Doordarshan, will lead the coverage with a multi-camera setup providing high-definition visuals of the march-past, flypasts, and cultural tableaux. Republic Day 2026: Flight Lieutenant Akshita Dhankar To Unfurl National Flag With President Droupadi Murmu at 77th Republic Day Parade in Delhi.
Most private news and entertainment channels will also carry the feed provided by Doordarshan. Special commentary will be available in both Hindi and English, with several regional channels providing translations in local languages to cater to a diverse national audience.
Online Streaming and Digital Access of Gantantra Diwas Parade
For those opting to watch on mobile devices or computers, the parade will be streamed across several digital platforms:
YouTube: The official channels of Doordarshan (DD National) and the Ministry of Defence will host a live high-definition stream.
Prasar Bharati App: The "NewsOnAir" app will provide a seamless streaming experience for mobile users.
Official Portals: The government’s dedicated Republic Day portal (indianrdc.mod.gov.in) will feature a live feed alongside interactive features regarding the participants.
Key Highlights of the 2026 Republic Day Parade
The 2026 ceremony will follow the theme of "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) and "Bharat - Loktantra ki Matruka" (India - Mother of Democracy). Significant highlights expected this year include:
- A major focus on "Nari Shakti" (Women Power), with several all-women contingents representing the Armed Forces.
- The display of indigenous military hardware, including the latest variants of the Tejas aircraft and the Arjun tank.
- A spectacular flypast featuring over 50 aircraft from the Indian Air Force. Republic Day Parade 2026: DRDO R-Day Tableau To Showcase Hypersonic Missile and Submarine-Based Defence System.
Logistics for On-Site Spectators
For those planning to attend the event in person at Kartavya Path, the government has moved entirely to a digital ticketing system via the Aamantran portal. Security remains at its highest level in the capital, with Delhi Police announcing significant traffic diversions starting the evening of January 25. Commuters are advised to check the latest traffic advisories and use the Delhi Metro, which typically operates with minor restrictions at stations near the parade route during the morning hours.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 23, 2026 03:37 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).