Overview
- India marks its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, commemorating the Constitution’s entry into force in 1950.
- The New Delhi parade along Kartavya Path, running from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate, will showcase armed forces contingents, state tableaux and cultural performances.
- This year’s program is set to commemorate 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, highlighting the national song’s freedom‑movement legacy.
- Delhi Police and paramilitary forces plan tighter crowd management with modern surveillance to enhance public safety.
- Schools nationwide are preparing flag‑hoisting ceremonies and student events, with media guides offering short speech ideas for assemblies.