New Delhi, January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES
Republic Day 2026:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began the 77th Republic Day celebrations by paying homage to India’s fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Monday, leading the nation in honouring the brave heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country.
Upon his arrival at the memorial, the Prime Minister was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In a solemn and dignified ceremony, PM Modi laid a wreath at the memorial, marking the traditional beginning of the Republic Day observances.
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Solemn Ceremony and Military Traditions
The tribute ceremony was conducted with full military honours. The Inter-Services Guards, comprising one officer and 21 inner guards — seven from each of the three armed services — observed the ceremonial traditions of ‘Salami Shastra’ followed by ‘Shok Shastra’ as a mark of respect to the fallen heroes.
Senior defence leadership present at the ceremony included Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, and Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi.
Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth was also present during the wreath-laying ceremony.
PM Modi also recorded his message in the memorial’s digital notebook, paying tribute to the supreme sacrifices made by India’s soldiers.
Republic Day Message to the Nation
Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister extended heartfelt greetings to the people of India, expressing hope that the national festival would strengthen the collective resolve to build a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India).
In a message posted on X, he said:
“Heartiest congratulations to all countrymen on Republic Day. May this national festival, a symbol of India’s pride and glory, infuse new energy and enthusiasm into all of you. May the resolve for a Viksit Bharat become even stronger.”
In a separate post, PM Modi highlighted the deeper significance of the day, calling Republic Day a powerful symbol of India’s independence, Constitution, and democratic values.
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Grand Republic Day Celebrations
This year’s Republic Day Parade will be attended by European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as Chief Guests.
The celebrations will witness the participation of around 10,000 special guests from across the country, including Lakhpati Didis, construction workers of Kartavya Bhawan, innovators, researchers, start-ups, self-help groups, and achievers from key government initiatives.
According to the Defence Ministry, the parade will uniquely blend:
• 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’
• India’s military might, including BrahMos and Akash missiles
• 30 vibrant cultural tableaux representing India’s diversity
The parade will also feature a grand flypast by 29 aircraft, including Rafale, Su-30, P-81, C-295, MiG-29, Apache, LCH, ALH, and Mi-17 helicopters, showcasing India’s growing defence capabilities and self-reliance under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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