India’s 75th Republic Day celebration is just a few days away. Every Indian in the nation is excited to see New Delhi’s yearly great parade. Along the famous Kartavya Path in the capital, our men and women in uniform are taking the cold to rehearse for the performance.
Since 1950, it has been customary to welcome the head of state of a foreign nation as the principal guest. This year, France’s President Emmanuel Macron has been asked by India to honour the Republic Day parade with his presence. The invitation to Macron has more geopolitical significance than merely being a showpiece.
Here is a comprehensive guide on purchasing tickets for the Republic Day Parade 2024, as we all eagerly await the day when we may witness tricolour balloons floating across the clear blue skies of New Delhi accompanied by the booming takeoffs and landings of Tejas and Sukhoi planes.
Republic Day Parade Time And Other Details
- Date: January 26
- Day: Friday
- Time of parade: 9:30-10:00 am
- Parade path: Vijay Chowk to India Gate
- Parade distance: 5 km
- Venue: Kartavya Path, New Delhi
Unique Elements in Republic Day Parade 2024
There will be two all-women contingents in the parade on Republic Day. Out of the 144 soldiers, 60 are from the Army and the other soldiers are from the Indian Air Force and Navy, which includes Agniveer soldiers.
The second contingent comprises nurses from the Armed Forces Medical Services, who are commanded by female doctors. Additionally, this year will be the first time in the history of Delhi Police that the force will have an all-female element.
Republic Day Parade 2024 Ticket costs
Indian nationals are eligible to purchase reserved or unreserved sets, which cost ₹500 and ₹20, respectively. Ticket sales have already begun on January 10. There will be a limited amount of tickets available every day, and the tickets will be accessible until January 25.
A Step-By-Step Guide On Purchasing Tickets Online
- Go to www.aamantran.mod.gov.in, the official website of the Ministry of Defence.
- Open a new account or log in.
- Enter your contact information, including your name, birthday, and cellphone number. Check the code that was delivered to the registered mobile number (OTP) for authentication.
- From the list of alternatives, which includes Beating the Retreat, Republic Day Parade, and FDR Republic Day Parade, select the chosen event.
- Upload an authentic photo ID and submit attendance details for verification.
- Complete the online payment procedure to secure your tickets.
A Step-By-Step Guide On Purchasing Tickets Offline
DTDC Counters, the Government of India Tourist Office, and IDTC Travel Counters will all sell offline tickets. Additionally, tickets will be available for purchase every day from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Departmental Sale Counters and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parliament House Reception Office. On Sundays, the Government of India Tourist Office will be closed, and on weekends and holidays, the Parliament House Reception Office will also be closed.
- For Republic Day activities, go to a recognized ticket counter or an authorized offline retailer.
- Present identification documentation and complete a paper form with your name, birthdate, phone number, and other personal information.
- Select the preferred event from the list of choices, which consists of the Beating the Retreat, Republic Day Parade, and FDR Republic Day Parade.
- Provide attendance details and a photocopy of the original picture ID for verification reasons.
- Once the payment procedure is finished, secure the tickets.
