These items, including earphones and chargers, will not be allowed at the Republic Day parade; if you make this mistake, you will not be granted entry.

Republic Day 2026: Like every year, preparations for Republic Day are in full swing in the capital, Delhi. Those planning to watch the Republic Day parade should keep a few important things in mind before going. Let's explain what you can and cannot bring to the 77th Republic Day parade:

Many VIPs will be attending the Republic Day parade, which is why there will be high security around the Line of Duty. If you are going to watch the parade, you will only be allowed to bring a mobile phone, a ticket, photo ID, essential medicines, and a small water bottle. Entry will be granted only after checking.

What You Can't Bring

If you are going to watch the Republic Day parade, you will not be allowed to bring certain items. These include mobile chargers, earphones, power banks, battery-operated gadgets, hammers and razors, blades, knives, sharp objects, scissors, and wire. Hammers, drills, saws, swords, daggers, and screwdrivers are also prohibited. If you carry any of these items, you will be denied entry.

Please pay special attention to these points:

If you are going to watch the parade, please follow police instructions.

Only use the designated entry and exit gates during entry.

Do not take photos or videos without permission around the Kartavya Path.

If you are going to watch the Republic Day parade, do not carry mobile chargers, earphones, power banks, or any battery-operated gadgets. If you carry any such items, you will be denied entry. You can only carry a mobile phone, essential medicines, tickets, photo ID, and a small water bottle.

Vande Mataram will resonate on the Kartavya Path.

This time, the tableaux passing through the Kartavya Path in the 77th Republic Day parade will be special, despite being theme-based. These tableaux will not only resonate with Vande Mataram, but will also feature scenes from Operation Sindoor. Some tableaux will showcase the country's culture, heritage, and progress, while for the first time, a glimpse of Indian cinema will also be seen.

Meanwhile, on Thursday, Defense Ministry officials at the National Stadium announced that a total of 30 tableaux from 17 states and union territories and 13 central government departments will participate in this year's parade. The theme of the tableaux is "Vande Mataram, the mantra of freedom, and Atmanirbhar Bharat, the mantra of prosperity."

With the central theme of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram and a self-reliant India, the 30 tableaux from states, union territories, and ministries will showcase unity, self-reliance, and inclusive national progress. Tableaus from Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, the Ministry of Culture, and the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Development will showcase the glorious saga of Vande Mataram over 150 years. The Department of Military Affairs' tableau will showcase the victories of last year's Operation Sindoor.

Himachal Pradesh's tableau will depict "Dev Bhoomi - Veer Bhoomi," and Maharashtra's tableau will portray the concept of Ganeshotsav. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's tableau will be special, with the theme "Bharat Katha: Shruti, Kriti, and Drishti." This tableau will showcase Indian cinema's journey to duty for the first time. Renowned film director Sanjay Leela Bhansali will reportedly lead this grand cinematic presentation. Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani will present a new rendition of "Vande Mataram," adding a cultural dimension to the parade.