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Every year on January 26th, India celebrates Republic Day to commemorate the country’s establishment as a republic in 1950. This year, in 2025, we will mark the 75th Republic Day. On this day, India’s Constitution was approved, allowing the country to govern itself. It is a day of national pride, and people celebrate with parades, flag-raising, and cultural events. The largest event occurs in New Delhi, where the military and several states demonstrate their power and traditions. This day celebrates the leaders and freedom fighters who helped India gain independence and establish a republic.
Republic Day 2025 Guest of Honor
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade, marking a key moment in India-Indonesia relations. This visit highlights the importance of PM Modi’s Act East Policy in his third term, with both countries trying to strengthen strategic, defense, and commercial ties. Indonesia and India have been connected for almost 2,000 years and share strong cultural and business ties, ranging from Ramayana influences to modern trade and investment. Subianto’s visit focuses on marine cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and is expected to boost bilateral trade, defense collaboration, and mutual investment, hence enhancing ASEAN ties.
Republic Day 2025 Theme
The Theme for Republic Day 2025 has been announced by the Ministry of Defence. The theme for the year 2025 is “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat or Vikas”. The parade will represent the development of India in relation to its cultural heritage, and will take place on Kartavya Path. The Parade will include marches by various army troops and creative exhibitions from many states, union territories and ministries. Like every year, the tableaux will represent the cultural roots of India along with its progress.
Republic Day 2025 Celebrations
Republic Day is celebrated every year all over India as an honour to the constitution of India. The Parade is hosted every year on Rajpath, New Delhi and is organised by the Ministry of Defence and presided over by the President of India. The Parade represents the military prowess of the country along with the diverse culture.
- The day begins by paying homage to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country and they are honoured by the Prime Minister by placing a wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate.
- This is followed by 21 gun salutes, flag hoisting and the national anthem.
- Courageous soldiers and civilians are presented with the gallantry awards like Paramvir Chakra, Ashok Chakra and the Vir Chakra.
- The celebration takes place all over the country, however, Delhi being the capital of India, witnesses the grandest of Republic Day celebrations.
History
Republic Day is marked to commemorate the implementation of our Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, which superseded the Government of India Act that established the date for our country.
India attained independence on August 15, 1947, but it lacked its own constitution until that date. Rather, the laws were mostly based on the Government of India Act 1935. Later, on August 29, 1947, a resolution was passed appointing Dr. BR Ambedkar as Chairman of the drafting committee charged with developing our country’s independent constitution.
It took around 2 years and 11 months to develop the guidelines under our Indian constitution. Finally, on January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution went into effect. The date of January 26th was chosen since the Indian National Congress announced Indian independence in 1930, known as Purna Swaraj. So the country celebrates Independence Day, when India gained independence from British rule, and Republic Day, when the Indian constitution was established. So, if you’re asked, “When was the first Republic Day celebrated?” The answer is January 26th, 1950. This year marks the 78th Republic Day, which will be observed in 2025.
Significance
India Republic Day is significant because it commemorates the day India became a republic in 1950. On this day, the Indian Constitution came into effect, establishing the country’s own set of laws and rights. It depicts India’s path from colonial to free and independent nation. Republic Day commemorates the efforts and sacrifices made by our leaders and liberation fighters. It is a day to honor democracy, equality, and the ideals that our Constitution upholds, protecting every citizen’s rights and freedom. We extend our happy Republic Day 2025 greetings to our cherished colleagues who strive to be responsible citizens every day.
