India to Observe 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with Grand Parade

India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, marking 77 years since the Constitution came into effect in 1950, establishing India as a sovereign republic. The count begins from the first observance in 1950, not the number of years passed. The event includes a grand parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, with the 2026 theme focusing on "Vande Mataram" and "Aatmanirbhar Bharat." European dignitaries are invited as chief guests.