A total of 26 tableaux from various states, union territories, and Union Ministries are set to present the diversity of the country and cultural inclusiveness during the 76th Republic Day Parade. The tableaux are based on the theme of ‘Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas’. The parade will feature tableaux from 16 states and Union Territories, along with 10 Ministries and Departments, each with its unique theme. The Defence Ministry said that these tableaux will showcase India’s diverse strengths. One of the unique features of this year’s parade is that a Tri-Services tableau will take part in the Republic Day Parade with the theme ‘Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat’. Talking exclusively to Akashwani News, Integrated Defence Staff’s Air Commodore, Manish Sabharwal, said the tableau will showcase the conceptual outlook for jointness and integration in the Armed Forces, ensuring national security and operational excellence.

Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) will also feature its first-ever Republic Tableau. In an exclusive to Akashwani News, Ministry of Earth Sciences Secretary, Dr. M. Ravichandran, said that it is a proud moment for the IMD to show the people its rich history and legacy over the past 150 years.

Among other tableaux, the Ministry of Culture’s tableau celebrates India’s cultural diversity and creativity. It is inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mantra of ‘Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi’.