India’s 76th Republic Day Theme

January 23, 2025

India’s 76th Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2025, will feature a vibrant display of tableaux representing 16 States/Union Territories (UTs) and 10 Ministries/Departments. The theme, “Swarnim Bharat – Virasat Aur Vikas,” marks India’s rich cultural heritage and its progressive path towards development. This event aims to showcase the country’s diverse strengths and cultural inclusiveness.

Participating States and Their Themes

Goa will present its cultural heritage, while Uttarakhand will showcase its adventure sports.
Haryana’s tableau will highlight the Bhagavad Gita
Jharkhand will celebrate its legacy of heritage and progress
Gujarat’s contribution will focus on the overarching theme, Swarnim Bharat
Other States like Andhra Pradesh and Punjab will present eco-friendly toys and the region’s wisdom, respectively
Uttar Pradesh will depict the Mahakumbh 2025
Bihar will honour Nalanda University.
Madhya Pradesh will showcase Kuno National Park
Tripura will celebrate Kharchi Puja
Karnataka will focus on stone craft
West Bengal will highlight self-reliance initiatives.
Chandigarh will present its blend of heritage and innovation
Delhi will focus on quality education
Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu will pay tribute to the Indian Navy.

Ministries and Their Contributions

Ten Ministries will also participate, each presenting unique themes:

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment will highlight the Constitution’s role as a mainstay of heritage and development.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will celebrate Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh
Ministry of Women & Child Development will showcase the journey of women and children under its schemes
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy will focus on heritage and development
Ministry of Rural Development will present the “Lakhpati Didi” initiative.
The Department of Financial Services will depict India’s financial evolution
Ministry of Earth Sciences will focus on modern weather forecasting.
The Department of Animal Husbandry will honour indigenous breeds
Ministry of Culture will present a tableau on heritage and development.
The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) will celebrate 75 years of the Constitution through a floral tableau.

Tri-Services Tableau – Jointness and Integration

For the first time, a Tri-services tableau will be featured, themed “Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat.”
This tableau will illustrate joint operations among the Armed Forces, showcasing a Joint Operations Room and a battlefield scenario.
It will include indigenous military platforms like the Arjun Main Battle Tank and Tejas MKII fighter aircraft, reflecting the synergy among land, air, and naval forces.
The tableau puts stress on the Ministry of Defence’s declaration of 2025 as the “Year of Reforms,” focusing on jointness and integration. This initiative aims to maximise the combat potential of the Armed Forces and enhance national security through shared responsibility and unified action.

Significance of the Event

The Republic Day Parade serves as a platform to celebrate India’s unity in diversity. It marks the nation’s achievements and aspirations while encouraging a sense of pride among citizens. The tableaux reflect the rich cultural tapestry of India and its commitment to progress and development. The emphasis on jointness and integration in defence showcases the country’s dedication to safeguarding its national interests through collaboration among its Armed Forces.

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