Republic Day 2026: A Timeline of Events from Flag Hoisting by President Murmu to Parade Highlights

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Before the celebrations started, the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi visited the National War Memorial near India Gate. He paid tribute to the soldiers who sacrifices their lives for the country.

A large group of uniformed personnel in white attire marching in formation during a parade, with spectators in the background.

The President of India, Draupadi Murmu on Monday, January 26, 2026 hoisted the National flag at Kartavya Path. As this year it marks 77th Republic Day, President Murmu reached the Kartavya Path on special Cermonial Vehicle along Rashtrapati ke Angrakshak. 

This year, the Chief Guests are the leaders from Europe-

  • Ursula von der Leyen, and 
  • Antonio Costa

Before the celebrations started, the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi visited the National War Memorial near India Gate. He paid tribute to the soldiers who sacrifices their lives for the country. He was joined by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the chiefs of the Army, Air Force, and Navy.

A total of 30 tableaux – 17 of States/Union Territories and 13 of Ministries/Departments/Services are rolling down the Kartavya Path with a broad theme of ‘Swatantrata ka Mantra: Vande Mataram’ and ‘Samriddhi ka Mantra: Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.

The tableaux will show a unique mix of 150 years of national song Vande Mataram and the nation’s rapid progress on the back of the growing self-reliance across sectors, dipped in its rich and vibrant cultural diversity.

Timeline of the Events

CISF band marches along the Kartavya Parth on Republic Day (11:46 am)

A large marching band in uniform parading on a road, with musicians playing brass instruments. The background features a crowd and flags.

DRDO tableau approaches salutation bay during R-Day parade (11:45 am)

A military truck carrying a missile during a parade, with a large crowd and Indian flags in the background.

Tri Services tableau of Indian Defence Forces depicts Operation Sindoor (11:41)

EU chief Ursula Von der Leyen ‘honoured’ to be Republic Day Chief Guest (11:37 am)

Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry led by Vedant Sethi marches at Kartavya Path (11:35 am)

A ceremonial parade featuring soldiers in military uniforms with red hats marching in formation on a wide avenue, with flags and a crowd in the background.

Watch: Indian Coast Guard contingent marches past the saluting bay at Kartavya Path (11:32 am)

Assam Regiment, Combined Military band participate in Republic Day Parade (11:30 am)

A parade of soldiers in military uniforms with helmets, saluting during a ceremonial event, with a large crowd in the background.

Rajput Regiment marches along the Kartavya Path (11:28 am)

A military parade featuring soldiers in brown uniforms and red hats marching in formation, with a large crowd in the background and Indian flags lining the street.

The Combined Military Band marches to the tune of ‘Vande Mataram’ (11:26 am)

A military parade featuring a marching band in uniforms, playing instruments, with a large crowd in the background and national flags displayed along the route.

IAF marching contingent with 2 Rafales, 2 Sukhoi, 2 MiG 29, and 1 Jaguar Fighter Aircraft at the Republic Day parade (11:25 am)

Detachment of Special Forces at Kartavya Path (11:23 am)

Historic first: The Him Yodha marches along the Kartavya Path proudly (11:21 am)

A large parade featuring soldiers in white uniforms marching alongside camel riders, with a decorated truck in the background. The scene is filled with a crowd and Indian flags lining the pathway.

Drone Shakti at the Kartavya Path on Republic Day (11:18 am)

A military vehicle with a camouflage design displaying a transparent cab, featuring soldiers and a drone mounted on top.

Suryastra – URLS and Brahmos missile system display military might at Kartavya Path (11:16 am)

Military vehicles featuring missile launchers in a parade setting, with a large crowd in the background and flags displayed along the route.

Watch: Indian Navy’s marching contingent participates in the R-Day parade (11:13 am)

Shaktibaan, Divyastra, Dhanush gun systems highlight India’s military might (11:12 am)

Military vehicles participating in a parade, showcasing helicopters and a large crowd in the background celebrating the event.

NAG missile system and infantry combat vehicle displayed on Kartavya Path (11:07 am)

IAF Apache helicopters flypast at the Kartavya Path for R-Day parade (11:06 am)

Two military helicopters flying against a clear blue sky.

High Mobility Recce Vehicle rolls down the Kartavya Path (11:04 am)

A military parade featuring armored vehicles driving past a large crowd of spectators, with national flags displayed along the route.

Indian Air Force Helicopters carry flag of Operation Sindoor (11:02 am)

Three helicopters flying in formation against a clear blue sky, with one helicopter carrying a flag.

61 Cavalry marches down the Kartavya Path (11:00 am)

A military parade featuring soldiers mounted on horses, marching down a road lined with spectators and flags during a ceremonial event.

EU contingent – 04 flag bearers at the Republic Day parade (10:58 am)

Military parade with officials in green vehicles, flags waving, and a large crowd in the background.

Parade Commander Lt. Gen. Bhavnish Kumar begins R-Day parade (10:56 am)

A military officer in uniform rides in an open-top vehicle during a parade, with Indian flags lining the procession and a large crowd in the background.

Republic Day parade begins (10:52 am)

A large group of performers dressed in bright yellow uniforms marching in formation during a parade, with a large audience in the background.

The credit to all the pictures are with DD National YT and Doordarshan YT

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