Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan. 25: Full swing preparations are on to celebrate ’77th Republic Day-2026′ in a befitting manner in these Islands together with the rest of the country on January 26. The Republic Day- which marks the adoption of India’s constitution and the country’s transition to a Republic on January 26, 1950, is celebrated in A&N Islands with grandeur every year with ceremonious Parade. The main function for the ‘Republic Day-2026’ will be held at Marina Park Road on Jan. 26. As per the minute-to-minute programme chalked out for the ‘Republic Day’ celebrations, Admiral DK Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.), Hon’ble Lt. Governor, A&N Islands & Vice Chairman, Islands Development Agency, will unfurl the National Flag at 8.37 am followed by fly past by helicopter carrying the National Flag. Thereafter, there will be presentation of medals, gallantry awards & distribution of LG’s Commendation Certificates by Hon’ble Lt. Governor. Soon after the presentation of awards, Hon’ble Lt. Governor will address the Islanders.
Before arriving at the venue of the main function, Hon’ble Lt. Governor will visit ‘National Memorial Cellular Jail’ and place wreath at the ‘Martyrs’ Column’ there. The main attraction of the Republic Day is the march past, in which, the contingents of Defence Forces, Police, Forest, NCC, School (Boys & Girls) contingents will participate. Apart from the Tableaux presentation by different Departments, the highlight of the 77th Republic Day will be a ‘Dare Devil Bike Show’ by IRBn. Cultural programme by school children will add grandeur to the Republic Day function at Marina Park Road which will conclude with the National Anthem.