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When is Republic Day

Republic Day of India is celebrated on January 26 to mark the day when the Constitution of India came into effect.

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Why is Republic Day celebrated?
 
The Constitution of India, which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, came into effect on January 26, 1950. This completed India's transition towards becoming an independent republic with a democratic government system. January 26 was also chosen as the day to mark Republic Day because it had been on this day that the Indian National Congress (INC) proclaimed the Declaration of Indian Independence in 1929. This was contrary to the 'dominion' status offered by the British.
 
Is Republic Day a holiday?
 
Yes, Republic Day is a national holiday in India. However, schools celebrate the day with patriotic zeal, with students and teachers organising programmes and performances to mark the day.
 
Republic Day parade
 
The Republic Day parade, first held in 1950, has been a yearly ritual since. The parade marches from the Rashtrapati Bhawan along the Rajpath in New Delhi. Several regiments of the army, navy, and air force, along with their bands, march to India Gate. The parade is presided over by the President of India, who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Armed Forces. As he unfurls the tricolour, the national anthem is played. The regiments of the Armed Forces then start their march past. Prestigious awards like Kirti Chakra, Ashok Chakra, Paramvir Chakra and Vir Chakra are given out by the President. Nine to twelve different regiments of the Indian Army, in addition to the Navy and Air Force march toward India Gate along with their bands. Contingents of paramilitary forces and other civil forces also participate in the parade. Tableau from various states display their culture.
 
Republic Day 2020
 
The chief guest of Republic Day 2020 celebrations will be Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. The Ministry of Ministry of Defence has selected 22 tableaus from 56 proposals for the Republic Day parade. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)'s tableau will depict its humanitarian efforts during catastrophes like cyclones and floods, rolling down the Rajpath for the first time this Republic Day Parade. This year, the newly inducted Apache and Chinook heavy-lift helicopters will make their debut at the flypast to showcase the firepower of the Indian Air Force.
 
How to buy Republic Day parade tickets
 
People can buy the Republic Day Parade tickets from sales counters — Sena Bhavan, North Block Roundabout, Jantar Mantar, Red Fort, Parliament House and other areas. Tickets cannot be bought on January 26 for security reasons.

Latest Updates on Republic Day

Revenue generated from the sale of tickets for the Republic Day parade and Beating Retreat ceremony in 2023 stood at Rs 28,36,980, Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said in Lok Sabha

Updated On: 10 Feb 2023 | 11:29 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a reward money of Rs 50,000 each to the artists of Uttarakhand tableau which was awarded the top prize at this year's Republic Day parade

Updated On: 02 Feb 2023 | 2:05 PM IST

Punjab Regiment was adjudged as the best marching contingent, and Uttarakhand bagged the top prize for best tableau

Updated On: 30 Jan 2023 | 11:11 PM IST

The event came to a close with the ever-popular tune "Sare Jahan se Accha"

Updated On: 29 Jan 2023 | 9:07 PM IST

The United Kingdom expressed its greetings for India's 74th Republic Day with a personal message from the country's foreign minister James Cleverly to his Indian counterpart, Dr S. Jaishankar

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 6:02 PM IST

CM Bhagwant Mann said that with continued progress Punjab will shine like the 'Kohinoor' diamond, even as he accused previous dispensations of failing to tackle corruption and poverty in the state

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:58 PM IST

Chief Ministers of various states participated in grand celebrations and unfurled the national flag on the occasion of 74th Republic Day on Thursday

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:31 PM IST

The BSF and Pakistan Rangers exchanged sweets and greetings at various outposts along the International Border in Jammu on the occasion of India's 74th Republic Day on Thursday, officials said

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:31 PM IST

The differences between the BRS government and Raj Bhavan in Telangana came to fore once again on Thursday with Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao staying away from the Republic Day celebrations

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:21 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for gracing this year's Republic Day parade function.

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:30 PM IST

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann slammed the BJP-led Union govt for deliberately excluding his state's tableau from the Republic Day parade, saying it reflects the myopic mindset of those in power

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:07 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent his wishes to his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 74th Republic Day, hailing India's achievements in various fields

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 5:03 PM IST

Republic Day was celebrated across Kashmir on Thursday with functions held at all district headquarters of the valley amidst tight security arrangements, officials said here

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 3:49 PM IST

India celebrated its 74th Republic Day with a grand parade that saw many firsts, but what is the significance of the marches?

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 2:42 PM IST

Former Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba extended greetings to the people of India on its Republic Day

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 2:28 PM IST

The 74th Republic Day was celebrated with pomp and gaiety across West Bengal on Thursday amid tight security, with Governor CV Anand Bose

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 2:09 PM IST

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal greeted people on the occasion of Republic Day on Thursday, and asked them to strengthen democracy and the Constitution of the country

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 2:09 PM IST

The 74th Republic Day parade presented the Fly Past, a stunning air show by 45 aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF), one from the Indian Navy and four helicopters of the Indian Army

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 2:06 PM IST

Quoting Dr BR Ambedkar, Kharge said, "We are Indians, firstly and lastly"

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 1:57 PM IST

The parade was kicked off in Delhi by the guest contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces, followed by a show of strength by the Indian Armed Forces

Updated On: 26 Jan 2023 | 1:05 PM IST