[6][7] The date was chosen as the Indian National Congress proclaimed Purna Swaraj (complete independence) on this day in 1930.

[10][11][12] The main Republic Day celebrations are held in New Delhi, at the Kartavya Path, a ceremonial boulevard that runs from Rashtrapati Bhavan on Raisina Hill through India Gate.

French President Emmanuel Macron was the chief guest at the celebrations that marked India's 75th Republic Day.

[citation needed] The Beating Retreat ceremony, conducted on the evening of 29 January, marks the end of Republic Day festivities.

Military bands then play popular tunes like Abide With Me and Saare Jahan Se Achcha at the end.

[25] A commemorative brochure giving out brief details in respect of each award winner is also released on the day of the investiture ceremony.