Overview
- In New Delhi, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa served as chief guests for the 2026 parade at Kartavya Path.
- Swami Ramdev administered a Fivefold Resolve focused on indigenous education, healthcare, economy and a Sanatan way of life, urging Swadeshi and a boycott of Macaulay’s education system and multinationals.
- Ramdev called for cow protection through daily use of ₹10 worth of cow-based products and encouraged Hindus to keep a cow, noting Patanjali’s care for one lakh cattle and arguing national strength would deter oppression of Hindus abroad.
- Indian diplomatic posts across the United States and the United Kingdom held flag hoists with diaspora participation and relayed the President’s address, including events at India House in Washington and the High Commission in London.
- US greetings included a video message from Congressman Michael Baumgartner and congratulations from President Donald Trump shared by the US Embassy, as nationwide celebrations in India featured state-led parades, cultural programs and development-focused messages.