Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be chief guest at India’s 76th Republic Day

NEW DELHI (TIP): As India gears up to celebrate its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025, the preparations in Delhi for the national festival celebration are in full swing. The event, held annually at Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath), is a showcase of India’s cultural diversity, military prowess, and technological advancements. The air is filled with the sounds of rehearsals for cultural programs, the fluttering of tricolors, and the anticipation of grand parades.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is all set to be the chief guest for India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations. This visit marks a significant milestone in the enduring relationship between India and Indonesia as President Subianto will undertake his first state visit to India after assuming office in October 2024.

The invitation for this state visit was extended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the Indonesian President is scheduled to visit India from January 25-26, 2025. The visit not only celebrates the warm and friendly ties between the two nations but also commemorates the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Indonesia.

One of the key moments during the visit will be President Subianto’s ceremonial welcome by Indian President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Following this, he will meet with Prime Minister Modi at Hyderabad House on January 25, 2025, for discussions aimed at enhancing ties across multiple sectors, including defense, health, education, culture, maritime safety, and traditional medicine.

On the final day of the visit, January 26, President Subianto will attend the Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path as the chief guest. His participation marks the fourth time an Indonesian President has been invited to grace India’s Republic Day parade. Additionally, 352 Indonesian military personnel will participate in the parade, adding to the historical significance of this year’s celebrations.

The Ministry of Defense has announced that the Republic Day 2025 tableaux will be themed “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas” (Golden India: Heritage and Development). This annual display on Kartavya Path includes creative and cultural exhibits from states, union territories, and federal ministries.

Due to time constraints in the Republic Day Parade, only 15 states and union territories-Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal- were chosen.

During the march, 11 Union ministries and departments will also display their tableaux. States and Union Territories who were not chosen for the Kartavya Path can showcase their exhibitions at Bharat Parv, which will be held at the Red Fort from January 26 to 31, 2025.

Schoolchildren from across the country are rehearsing tirelessly to put on vibrant cultural performances. These performances will highlight traditional dance forms and patriotic themes, showcasing India’s unity in diversity. The choreography and costumes promise to be as spectacular as ever.

The Republic Day Parade will take place at Kartavya Path in New Delhi beginning at 10:00 a.m. The parade features a diverse array of performances, including marching contingents from the three wings of the Indian Armed Forces, colorful tableaux depicting the rich cultural heritage of different states and union territories, and thrilling fly pasts by the Indian Air Force.

In order to boost ‘Jan Bhagidari’ in national-level events, around 10,000 VIP guests have been invited to attend the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path. These architects of ‘Swarnim Bharat’ come from diverse backgrounds and include top performers in many disciplines as well as individuals who have made the best use of the government’s policies.