Republic Day 2026, Jan. 26 -- India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day today, marking the anniversary of when the Indian Constitution came into effect on 26 January 1950 and officially established the country as a Sovereign Democratic Republic.

The Republic Day parade will commence at 9.30 am and be broadcast on the state-run DoorDarshan (DD) channels, and Akashwani (All India Radio), besides the official YouTube channel, and run for around 90 minutes. On site, the entry gates opened at 7 am.

Chief guests for the Republic Day Parade 2026 are Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

Notably, Chief Guests will enter on board the traditional buggy, escorted by Pres...