India, Jan. 21 -- India is gearing up for a historic 77th Republic Day celebration at Kartavya Path, blending a tribute to the nation's cultural roots with a futuristic display of military self-reliance. This year's ceremony holds special significance as it marks the 150th anniversary of India's national song, Vande Mataram. Also read | Republic Day 2026: Is India celebrating its 77th or 78th Republic Day on January 26? Know significance and more

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 every aspect of the Republic Day parade this year. A series of paintings from 1923 by artist Tejendr...