Republic Day in India is a big celebration that happens on January 26 every year. The main event is the Republic Day Parade, which starts at 9:30 a.m. The parade goes along Rajpath in Delhi, covering a distance of more than five kilometers. The Republic Day is on 26 January 2025 and it will start from Vijay Chowk the last destination is the National Stadium Delhi.
This day is special because it marks the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950. The parade showcases India's rich culture and history. People from all over the country come to see the parade, which includes cultural performances, military displays, and more. It's a time to feel proud and celebrate the unity of our nation.
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Republic Day Parade 2025 Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Date |
January 26, 2025 |
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Venue |
Rajpath, Delhi |
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Parade Path |
Vijay Chowk to National Stadium |
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Parade Distance |
5 Kms |
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Commencing Time |
9:30 am |
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Parade Time |
10:00 a.m. |
Delhi Metro Services on Republic Day
Republic Day Parade 2025 Ticket Price
Republic Day Parade (Full Dress Rehearsal ie January 23) | INR 20 |
Republic Day Parade (January 26) | INR 100 & INR 20 |
Beating Retreat ( Full Dress Rehearsal ie January 28) | INR 20 |
Beating Retreat (January 29) | INR 100 |
Republic Day Parade 2025 Chief Guest
In the upcoming Republic Day celebrations on January 26, the Chief guest might be Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto.
How to Book Tickets Online
- Visit the Ministry of Defence’s web portal: www.aamantran.mod.gov.in.
- Log in or create an account.
- Fill in details (name, birth date, cellphone number, etc.) and verify with OTP.
- Choose the event (FDR Republic Day Parade, Republic Day Parade, Beating the Retreat).
- Provide attendee information and upload original Photo ID.
- Complete payment to secure your tickets.
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Republic Day Parade 2025 Tickets Booking Offline
Republic Day Parade tickets are available from January 2 to January 11th. VIPs can get front-row passes. Note that there is a limited number of tickets sold per day at the counters as well. So make sure to go early and wait in queue for your turn.
Reserved Tickets sell out fast and are given to one person per ID. Do carry Valid ID to buy tickets.
Ticket Locations:
1. Sena Bhawan (Gate 2)
2. Shastri Bhawan (Gate 3)
3. Jantar Mantar (Main Gate)
4. Pragati Maidan (Gate 1)
5. Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Gate 7 & 8)
6. Parliament House (Reception Office)
Beating Retreat Ceremony
After the Republic Day Parade, the Beating Retreat Ceremony takes place at Vijay Chowk on January 29th, marking the culmination of the four-day Republic Day celebrations. Tickets can be bought at the counters until the afternoon of January 28th.
Beating Retreat Ceremony Ticket Prices
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Ticket Type |
Price (INR) |
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Unreserved |
20 |
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Unreserved |
100 |
Republic Day Parade 2025 Tableaux
For the 2025 Republic Day parade, 16 states and UTs were chosen as participants, including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.
The chosen theme for the Republic Day Parade 2025 tableaux is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas.'
The Gujarat State tableau is set to showcase the 'Bhunga' houses of Dhordo, recognized by UNWTO. It will also highlight local handicrafts, Rogan art, the 'Rann Utsav,' tent city, and 'Garba,' which UNESCO declared as Gujarat's 'Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Things to do in Delhi
How to Reach Kartavya Path for Republic Day 2025
To reach Kartavya Path for Republic Day 2025:
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Delhi Metro Free Ticket:
- Collect the free Metro ticket from any Delhi Metro station.
- Tickets will be issued for travel between 04:30 AM to 08:00 AM on Thursday.
- Exit using these coupons until 02:00 PM.
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Entry and Exit Points:
- Exit from Central Secretariat or Udyog Bhawan or Mandi House Metro station only.
- Carry a government-issued photo ID and produce it at the Metro station to collect coupons.
Republic Day Parade 2025
This Republic Day, on January 26, 2025, there will be two all-women contingents in the parade. The first, with 144 personnel, includes 60 soldiers from the Army and the rest from the Indian Air Force and Navy, featuring Agniveer soldiers. The second contingent, led by women doctors, consists of nurses from the Armed Forces Medical Services. It's a celebration of women's power in the defense forces.
Republic Day Parade 2025 FAQs
Q: Which metro station is near to the Republic Day parade?
A: Udyog Bhawan and Central Secretariat metro stations are located near the Kartavya Path. Udyog Bhawan station falls on the Yellow Line, while Central Secretariat station is an interchange facility between the Yellow Line and Violet Line.
Q: What are the ticket prices for the Republic Day parade?
A: The ticket prices for the Republic Day parade are ₹20 and ₹100, depending on the type of event you plan to attend.
Q: Where can one buy tickets for the Republic Day parade?
A: Tickets for the Republic Day parade can be purchased through the Ministry of Defence's online portal at www.aamantran.mod.gov.in. It is necessary to create an account on the portal to buy the ticket. You can also buy tickets offline from designated centers.
Q: At what time will the Republic Day parade start?
A: The Republic Day parade will start at 10 AM as per the scheduled time.
Q: How can I reach Kartavya Path using the Delhi Metro?
A: Udyog Bhawan and Central Secretariat metro stations are near Kartavya Path:
- Udyog Bhawan station is on the Yellow Line.
- Central Secretariat station is an interchange facility between the Yellow Line and Violet Line.