January 26, 2026 6:01 PM

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Republic Day: Grand dance tribute to Vande Mataram’s 150th year at Kartavya Path 

Thousands of artists came together along Kartavya Path during Republic Day celebrations this morning and performed a choreographed dance to the tune of the national song Vande Mataram, highlighting its 150th anniversary.
 
Around 2,500 artists representing different states and dressed in colourful attire showcased India’s rich cultural diversity through folk and classical forms. The theme of today’s Republic Parade was “Swatantrata Ka Mantra – Vande Mataram,” reflecting the song’s journey from the freedom movement to a symbol of national unity.