Republic Day 2025, History, Theme, Significance, Guests

Republic Day 2025 highlights the adoption of India’s constitution and India becoming a republic on 26 January, 1950. The day is celebrated every year by conducting military and cultural pageantry. The grand cultural parade takes place in the national capital, New Delhi along the Raisina Hill near the Rashtrapati Bhavan, along the Kartavya Path, passing the India Gate, into the Red Fort. The ceremonious parade represents the culture and unity of India and the cultural heritage of all states in India by building beautiful tableaus. The theme for tableaux at Republic Day 2025 Parade is Swarnim Bharat: Virasat or Vikas”.

Republic Day 2025 Guest of Honor

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade, marking a key moment in India-Indonesia relations. This visit reflects the importance of the Act East Policy in PM Modi’s third term, with both nations aiming to enhance strategic, defense, and economic ties. Historically connected for over 2,000 years, Indonesia and India share deep cultural and commercial bonds, from Ramayana influences to modern trade and investments. Subianto’s visit highlights maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and is expected to bolster bilateral trade, defense collaboration, and mutual investments, further strengthening ASEAN ties.

Republic Day 2025 Theme

The Theme for Republic Day 2025 has been announced by the Ministry of Defence. The theme for the year 2025 is “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat or Vikas”. The parade will represent the development of India in relation to its cultural heritage, and will take place on Kartavya Path. The Parade will include marches by various army troops and creative exhibitions from many states, union territories and ministries. Like every year, the tableaux will represent the cultural roots of India along with its progress. 

Republic Day 2025 Participating States 

15 states are participating in the Republic Day 2025 event. Those are: 

• Andhra Pradesh
• Bihar
• Chandigarh
• Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
• Goa
• Gujarat
• Haryana
• Jharkhand
• Karnataka
• Madhya Pradesh
• Punjab
• Tripura
• Uttarakhand
• Uttar Pradesh
• West Bengal 

Republic Day 2025 Participation Selection Process

The Ministry of Defence highlighted that the selection of states and ministries for the tableaux was conducted with fairness, transparency, and a focus on merit. The process included:

• Proposal Invites: States, Union Territories, and Union ministries are invited to submit their tableau concepts.
• Expert Evaluation: A panel of experts from art, culture, music, architecture, and choreography assess the proposals.
• Selection Criteria: Key factors included:
  • Originality: Uniqueness of the concept.
  • Creativity: Innovative presentation.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Balance and visual harmony.
  • Heritage and Development: Representation of India’s culture and progress.
• Enhanced Process: Incorporating feedback from a senior-level meeting in April 2024, the selection process prioritized quality and diversity.
• Avoiding Repetition: Proposals with overlapping themes were excluded to maintain variety and uniqueness.

Republic Day 2025 Celebrations

Republic Day is celebrated every year all over India as an honour to the constitution of India. The Parade is hosted every year on Rajpath, New Delhi and is organised by the Ministry of Defence and presided over by the President of India. The Parade represents the military prowess of the country along with the diverse culture. 

• The day begins by paying homage to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country and they are honoured by the Prime Minister by placing a wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate. 
• This is followed by 21 gun salutes, flag hoisting and the national anthem.
• Courageous soldiers and civilians are presented with the gallantry awards like Paramvir Chakra, Ashok Chakra and the Vir Chakra. 
• The celebration takes place all over the country, however, Delhi being the capital of India, witnesses the grandest of Republic Day celebrations. 

Republic Day 2025 FAQs

Q1. Which Republic Day is in 2025?
Ans. It is the 76th Republic Day in 2025.

Q2. Is this 76th Republic Day?
Ans. Yes, 2025 marks the 76th Republic Day of India.

Q3. Which was the Republic Day of 2026?
Ans. The 77th Republic Day is in 2026.

Q4. Is it 76th Republic Day 2025?
Ans. Yes, 2025 celebrates the 76th Republic Day.

Q5. How many years of Republic Day 2025?
Ans. It is the 76th year since India's first Republic Day in 1950.

Q6. What did India become on 26 January 1950?
Ans. India became a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic.