Republic Day 2025: Parade Timings, How to Buy Tickets, Nearest Metro and Other Details

As India readies to mark its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025, the nation is geared for a rich presentation of its cultural heritage, military might, and technological innovations. This is the annual ritual when the Indian Constitution came into existence in the year 1950, which represents the spirit of unity in diversity for this nation.

Parade Highlights

The Republic Day Parade will be held at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, starting from 10:00 AM. This year, the parade will be spectacularly replete with floats representing multiple states and union territories, depicting their respective cultures, customs, and achievements. The parade will also showcase military poise with contingents of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force showcasing their prowess and acumen. The event ends with a breathtaking flypast by the Indian Air Force, which has always been an added attraction for the viewers.

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Ticket Information

The sale of tickets for the Republic Day Parade has now been closed. The time window given for purchasing was from January 2 to January 11. However, you can still watch the full dress rehearsal held on 23rd January 2025, by purchasing tickets for the same, which are available from January 13 to January 17.

Online Booking

Tickets were booked through the official website www.aamantran.mod.gov.in. The online booking window was open from January 2 to January 11, 2025. Ticket prices vary based on seating arrangements:

• ₹100 for reserved seats
• ₹20 for unreserved seats

Offline Booking (Now Closed)

Tickets were purchased at designated counters across New Delhi. Some key locations were:

• Sena Bhawan (Gate No. 2)
• Shastri Bhawan (Near Gate No. 3)
• Jantar Mantar (Near Main Gate)
• Pragati Maidan (Gate No. 1)
• Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Gates 7 & 8)

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Nearest Metro Stations

For easy access to Kartavya Path, visitors can utilize the Delhi Metro services. The nearest metro stations are:

• Udyog Bhawan Metro Station (Yellow Line)
• Central Secretariat Metro Station (Interchange between Yellow Line and Violet Line)

These stations provide convenient access to the parade venue, ensuring that attendees can arrive without hassle.

Republic Day is a day of great significance, which speaks to the Indian spirit land of rich diversity in cultures and traditions. As we get ready to celebrate this year, let us join together to pay tribute to our Constitution and its values. Be it at the parade or in front of your television, Republic Day reminds you of your shared identity and common aspirations as a citizen of this great nation.