President leads the Nation in celebrating the 76th Republic Day

India celebrates its 76th Republic Day on Sunday, January 26, With a special focus on 75 years of enactment of the Constitution and Jan Bhagidari, the Republic Day celebrations this year were unique. President Droupadi Murmu led the Nation in celebrating Republic Day from Kartavya Path in New Delhi. The ceremony commenced with the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the National War Memorial, where he paid tributes to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath.

Delhi: PM Modi paid tribute to fallen heroes on the 76th Republic Day at National War Memorial pic.twitter.com/guED4ird8x

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President Droupadi Murmu arrived at Kartavya Path in a ceremonial buggy with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who was the Chief Guest at the parade. The National Flag was unfurled followed by the national anthem with a  21-gun salute using 105-mm Light Field Guns.

#WATCH | President Droupadi Murmu unfurls the National Flag at Kartavya Path, on the occasion of 76th #RepublicDay

National anthem and 21 Gun salute follows.

(Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/6969bmx2B4

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The Genderang Suling Canka Lokananta, a 190-member ensemble band from the Indonesian Military Academy (Akmil) and Marching Contingent, comprising 152 personnel from all branches of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) took part in the Parade.

#WATCH | Delhi: The Genderang Suling Canka Lokananta, a 190-member ensemble band from the Indonesian Military Academy (Akmil) and Marching Contingent, comprising 152 personnel from all branches of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) on Kartavya Path on 76th #RepublicDay… pic.twitter.com/vbyaGgVgTH

— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2025

Thirty-One tableaux from various States, Union Territories, and Central Government Ministries and Departments participated, showcasing the theme “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas.”

#RepublicDay: Andhra Pradesh's tableau showcased during the 76th #RepublicDay Parade on Kartavya Path, in Delhi

The tableau of Andhra Pradesh focuses on "Etikoppaka Wooden Toys," a 400-year-old craft tradition celebrated for its eco-friendly, smooth, vibrant, and toxin-free… pic.twitter.com/JPVQYmkutV

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Tank T-90 (Bhishma), NAG Missile System along with BMP-2 Sarath, BrahMos, Pinaka Multi-launcher Rocket System, Agnibaan Multi-barrel Rocket Launcher, Akash Weapon System, Integrated Battlefield Surveillance System, All-Terrain Vehicle (Chetak), and Light Specialist Vehicle (Bajrang) were on display at the Kartavya Path.
For the first time, a Tri-services tableau participated on Kartavya Path, displaying the spirit of jointness and integration. Haryana’s tableau showcased the Bhagwad Gita and the tableau of Uttar Pradesh depicted the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025.The event concluded with a flypast by 47 aircraft. The flypast witnessed a breath-taking air show by Rafale, Su-30, Jaguar, C-130, Dornier-228 and An-32 aircraft and Apache and Mi-17 helicopters.

#WATCH | The Indian Air Force presents fly-past during the 76th #RepublicDay Parade on Kartavya Path

(Visuals of Arjan Formation comprising one C-130 ac in lead with two C-295 ac in echelon would fly in 'Vic' Formation.)

(Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/VJO2j0pOOM

— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2025

To honour their contributions in nation and society building, special guests from different walks of life were invited as Government’s Special guests to witness the event. Ten thousand Special Guests in 34 categories, including the Sarpanches from villages, Handicraft and Handloom Artisans, SHG members, ASHA and Anganwadi workers, Road Construction Workers were invited as Special Guests.