Republic Day 2024 Interesting Facts: India is set to mark its 75th Republic Day on 26th January 2024, commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. The Republic Day Parade, a grand display of patriotism and cultural diversity, will kick off at 9.30 am from Vijay Chowk and travel a five-kilometer route to the National Stadium along the Rajpath. 

Republic Day in India is an occasion of immense significance, celebrated with an extravaganza of events. The parade, cultural performances, aerial displays by the Indian Air Force, and the ceremonial hoisting of the national flag are central to the celebrations.

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With the R-Day celebrations a few days away, let’s take a look at some interesting facts about the day:

  • Among the intriguing facts associated with Republic Day, the firing of gunshots during the celebration is noteworthy. Synchronized with the national anthem, the first gunshot is fired at the anthem’s commencement, with the second fired precisely 52 seconds later
  • The Beating Retreat ceremony is an integral part of Republic Day festivities and takes place on January 29 every year
  • This year’s Republic Day parade will feature two all-women contingents from the defense forces, comprising 144 personnel. This contingent includes 60 soldiers from the Army and others from the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy
  • Rajpath, historically known as Kingsway and now referred to as Kartavya Path, has served as the venue for the Republic Day Parade since January 26, 1955
  • The day was declared a national holiday after the first president of independent India Dr Rajendra Prasad unfurled the national flag on January 26, 1950
  • The chief guest for India’s first-ever Republic Day was Indonesian President Sukarno. Every year, a distinguished guest from another nation attends the Republic Day parade as the chief guest. This year, Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, will attend the function as chief guest
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  • The meticulous preparation for Republic Day begins almost a year in advance, typically in July
  • Participants dedicate nearly 600 hours to practice for the celebration event. Each Indian Army personnel partaking in the Republic Day celebration undergoes rigorous scrutiny, including thorough checks of arms and weapons to ensure a flawless and impeccable display of national pride