India to Celebrate 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with 'Vande Mataram' Theme

India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, marking the adoption of its Constitution in 1950, which established the country as a sovereign democratic republic. The celebrations include flag-hoisting, patriotic events, and the central parade along Kartavya Path in New Delhi. The 2026 theme commemorates 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'. Distinguished guests from the European Union will attend, highlighting the event's diplomatic significance alongside cultural and military displays.