India, Jan. 20 -- India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Our Constitution came into force on January 26, 1950, and the country celebrated its first Republic Day on January 26, 1951.

The day is celebrated with the iconic Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path near India Gate in New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu will unfurl the National flag after Prime Minister Narendra Modi lays a wreath at the National War Memorial to start the day.

Every year, millions of Indians watch the parade live from their homes. Meanwhile, many from across the country travel to the capital to attend the celebrations despite the winter chill. Here's everything you need to know ...