Republic Day 2026 celebrations at Kartavya Path showcased India’s military strength, cultural heritage and technological progress, with vibrant tableaux, advanced defence systems, disciplined marching contingents and skilled NCC cadets symbolising a self-reliant, future-ready nation. (PICS/ X SCREENGRABS)
Updated On: 2026-01-26 12:20 PM IST
Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad
Punjab’s tableau paid homage to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji
Senior Under Officer Mansi Vishwakarma led the NCC Senior Wing (Girls) contingent from Uttarakhand, comprising 148 cadets from across the country. Trained in mountaineering, rafting and paragliding, the cadets marched smartly along Kartavya Path
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) displayed the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM) with its launcher. Designed for the Indian Navy’s coastal defence, the hypersonic glide missile can strike both static and moving targets and features indigenous avionics and high-precision sensors
Advanced defence systems Divyastra and Shaktibaan were also showcased, highlighting niche technologies including swarm drones, tethered drone systems and indigenous surveillance capabilities
The Combined Military Band, along with contingents from the Rajput Regiment and Assam Regiment, marched at Kartavya Path, adding to the ceremonial grandeur
