Republic Day 2025 Chief Guest List: The country will celebrate its 26th Republic Day on Sunday, January 76. It was on this day that the Indian Constitution was adopted in 1950. The Republic Day parade will take place in New Delhi on Sunday, with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest. The theme of this year’s Republic Day is’Swarnim Bharat: heritage and development’ which highlights India’s rich cultural heritage and sustainable journey of development and progress. We are telling you all the information related to Republic Day.
According to a Sarkari list report, the Republic Day parade will begin on Sunday at 10:30 am. The entry gates will open at 7 am and close at 9 am. India’s President Draupadi Murmu will be on duty to oversee the formal march past. The parade will begin with Prime Minister Narendra Modi paying tribute to the brave sons of Bharat Mata at the National War Memorial. This year’s chief guest, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, will lead the Indonesian contingent and attend the parade.
Republic Day 2025 Chief Guest List
Here’s a list of Republic Day Chief Guests from recent years:
| Year | Chief Guest | Designation | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Prabowo Subianto | President | Indonesia |
| 2023 | Joe Biden | President | United States |
| 2022 | Ram Nath Kovind | President | India |
| 2021 | No Chief Guest | – | – |
| 2020 | Narendra Modi | Prime Minister | India |
| 2019 | Cyril Ramaphosa | President | South Africa |
| 2018 | Shri Ram Nath Kovind | President | India |
| 2017 | Sheikh Hasina | Prime Minister | Bangladesh |
| 2016 | Pranab Mukherjee | President | India |
| 2015 | Barack Obama | President | United States |
| 2014 | François Hollande | President | France |
Full List of Special Guests at the Republic Day Parade 2025
Here is the complete list of all special guests at the Republic Day parade:
| S. No. | Category | No. of Guests (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sarpanches | 500 |
| 2 | Sarpanches from top-performing villages | 200 |
| 3 | Disaster Relief Workers | 300 |
| 4 | Guests from Vibrant Villages | 300 |
| 5 | Best performing Water Warriors | 400 |
| 6 | Primary Agriculture Credit (PAC) Societies | 200 |
| 7 | Pani Samitee | 400 |
| 8 | Community Resource Person (Krishi Sakhi, Udhyog Sakhi, etc.) | 400 |
| 9 | SHG Members | 200 |
| 10 | Trainees of DGT trained under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) | 200 |
| 11 | PM YASASVI Scheme | 400 |
| 12 | Forest & Wildlife Conservation Volunteers/Workers | 200 |
| 13 | Handloom Artisans | 200 |
| 14 | Handicraft Artisans | 200 |
| 15 | Special Achievements and Tribal Beneficiaries of Various Schemes | 500 |
| 16 | ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) | 500 |
| 17 | Mann Ki Baat Participants | 400 |
| 18 | My Bharat Volunteers | 400 |
| 19 | Paralympic Contingent & Winners of International Sports Events | 200 |
| 20 | Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Scheme, Farmers Producing Organization (FPO), Padma Awardee Farmers, PMKISAN, PMFBY, PMKSY | 800 |
| 21 | PM Surya Ghar Yojna | 400 |
| 22 | Renewable Energy Workers | 200 |
| 23 | Beneficiaries of PM KUSUM Scheme | 200 |
| 24 | Anganwadi Workers | 400 |
| 25 | Road Construction Workers | 300 |
| 26 | Best Start-Ups | 100 |
| 27 | Best Patent Holders | 100 |
| 28 | PM-VISHWAKARMA Yojana Beneficiaries | 200 |
| 29 | PM Matsya Sampada Yojana Beneficiaries | 200 |
| 30 | Rashtriya Gokul Mission Beneficiaries | 200 |
| 31 | Guests from North Eastern States | 200 |
| 32 | Foreign Cadets of Youth Exchange Programme/NCC | 250 |
| 33 | Finalists of the National School Band Competitions | 600 |
| 34 | Winners of Veergatha 4.0 | 100 |
Chief Guest for Republic Day 2025
The Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto, will be the chief guest for Republic Day 2025. His visit marks 75 years of strong diplomatic ties between India and Indonesia.
Theme for Republic Day 2025
The theme for Republic Day 2025 is “Swarnim Bharat—Virasat aur Vikas” (Golden India—Heritage and Development). This theme celebrates India’s rich cultural heritage and its ongoing journey of progress.
Special Performances for This Year’s Parade
This year, 100 women artists will play Indian musical instruments to kick off the march at Kartavya Path for the first time. Additionally, an all-women Tri-Service contingent will march down Kartavya Path during the parade.
How to Watch the Republic Day Parade Live
You can watch the Republic Day parade live on Doordarshan, the official broadcaster. Coverage begins at around 9:00 AM with the flag-hoisting ceremony by the President of India. You can also livestream the event on Doordarshan National’s official YouTube channel, Prasar Bharati Live, Disney+ Hotstar, and other private news channels.
Highlights of the Republic Day Parade
The parade will feature 31 tableaux from various states, union territories, and central government ministries and departments, showcasing India’s cultural diversity and achievements. There will also be a 160-member marching contingent and a 190-member band from Indonesia participating alongside Indian Armed Forces contingents.
Significance of Republic Day in India
Republic Day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India on January 26, 1950. It marks the transition of India from a British colony to a fully sovereign, democratic republic. The day celebrates the principles of equality, liberty, and fraternity enshrined in the Constitution.
How to Get Tickets to Attend the Republic Day Parade in Person
Tickets to attend the Republic Day parade in person can be purchased online on the Ministry of Defence’s Amantran Portal or offline at designated counters.
Security Measures for Republic Day Celebrations
Security measures for Republic Day celebrations include heightened security checks, the deployment of additional police and paramilitary forces, and surveillance through CCTV cameras and drones.
How Does Republic Day Celebrate India’s Cultural Diversity?
Republic Day celebrates India’s cultural diversity through various tableaux, cultural performances, and displays of traditional attire and crafts from different states and regions of India.
History Behind Republic Day
Republic Day marks the day when the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950. The Constitution was drafted by a Constituent Assembly led by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and replaced the Government of India Act. The first President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, unfurled the national flag on this day.
