India, Jan. 23 -- As India gears up to celebrate its 77th Republic Day, the Delhi Metro has announced special timings to help commuters reach the celebration spots on time.

All metro lines will begin services at 3 AM on Monday, January 26, ensuring smooth travel for citizens heading to Kartavya Path, according to a press release issued by DMRC on Friday.

For those driving to metro stations:

The ceremony will begin at 9:30 AM with Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying a wreath at the National War Memorial. The parade will commence at 10:30 AM.

The central theme for Republic Day 2026 is '150 Years of Vande Mataram', celebrating the legacy of the song composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.

The government has integrated this theme into ...