India's 77th Republic Day celebration on January 26 will focus on the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Initiative'. European Union leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa are invited as chief guests. Nationwide activities, including a torch relay and flypast themed 'Vande Mataram', are planned. Citizens are encouraged to participate in online singing and art competitions related to the themes. A related 'India Top Conference' aims to finalize a Free Trade Agreement with the EU.