New Delhi: In a major step towards strengthening Jan Bhagidari (people’s participation) in national celebrations, the Government of India has invited approximately 10,000 special guests from diverse walks of life to witness the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26, 2026.
These special invitees represent individuals and groups who have made exemplary contributions to nation-building, innovation, social empowerment, science, sports, agriculture, and governance.
Objective: Honouring Nation Builders and Enhancing Jan Bhagidari
The invitation of such a large and diverse group of citizens aims to –
- Recognise grassroots achievers and change-makers
- Honour contributions to income generation, employment, innovation, and social upliftment
- Encourage wider public participation in national events of importance
The special guests will be prominently seated at Kartavya Path, symbolising the nation’s appreciation of their efforts and achievements.
Diverse Categories of Special Guests
The invited guests belong to a wide spectrum of categories, reflecting India’s social, economic, scientific, and cultural diversity. Key categories include –
Agriculture, Rural Development and Farmers
- Farmers practicing natural farming
- Best-performing farmers under Pulses Self-Reliance Mission for pulses, oilseeds and maize
- Farmers protected under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
- Rural beneficiaries who received pucca houses under PM Awaas Yojana (Gramin)
- Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) supported by Agri Market Infrastructure Fund
- Best-performing Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)
Social Empowerment and Welfare Beneficiaries
- Transgenders and beggars rehabilitated under PM SMILE scheme
- Beneficiaries of PM Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
- Beneficiaries of National Minorities Development & Finance Corporation (NMDFC)
- Unorganised sector workers receiving pension under PM Shramyogi Maandhan Yojana
- People from poor, marginalised, SC & ST-majority villages receiving tap water under Jal Jeevan Mission
Women Empowerment and Self-Help Groups
- Lakhpati Didi beneficiaries under NRLM
- Women producer groups supported under PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
- Women artisans trained under Mahila Coir Yojana
- Women entrepreneurs who received loans under PM Mudra Yojana
- Women beneficiaries under SEED – SHG Livelihood Component
Science, Technology, Innovation and Start-ups
- Scientists and technical experts from ISRO missions such as Gaganyaan and Chandrayaan
- Scientists under the Deep Ocean Mission
- Best researchers in isotope production for medical, industrial and agricultural use
- Scientists and technical personnel from DRDO
- Best-performing biotech start-ups under Bio E3 Policy
- Start-ups and MSMEs under Semicon India Programme
- Best-performing start-ups in space, medical, and innovation sectors
- Intellectual Property holders (patents, trademarks, copyrights, designs)
Sports, Youth and Education
- Winners of World Athletic Para Championship
- Winners of international sports tournaments
- Medal winners of International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (Junior) 2025
- Students trained in Atal Tinkering Laboratories under Atal Innovation Mission
- Children who won the National School Band Competition
- Winners of the Veer Gatha Project
- Best-performing interns of PM Internship Scheme
- Participants of ‘Mann ki Baat’
Tribal, Artisan and Cultural Contributors
- Beneficiaries of Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA)
- Adi Karmayogi, Adi Sahyogi & Adi Saathi working for tribal empowerment
- Best-performing artisans trained under Khadi Vikas Yojana
- Artisans and craftspeople under PM Vishwakarma Scheme
- Cultural contributors, artisans, singers, dancers, sportspersons and entrepreneurs from the North Eastern region
Infrastructure, Workers and National Service
- Construction workers from Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
- Construction workers of Kartavya Bhawan
- Water warriors under National Mission for Clean Ganga
- Best-performing workers and volunteers of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
- Street vendors benefited under PM SVANidhi
- Beneficiaries of Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund
- Trained MAITRI individuals providing animal husbandry services in rural India
Global Participation and Special Delegations
- Foreign delegates and Indian contingent under Youth Exchange Programme (YEP)-2026
- International and Indian monk delegations attending the 2nd Global Buddhist Summit 2026
Special Arrangements for Guests
Beyond attending the Republic Day Parade, special arrangements have been made for the guests to –
- Visit the National War Memorial
- Tour PM Sangrahalaya and other prominent landmarks in Delhi
- Interact with Union Ministers related to their respective fields
Celebrating the Spirit of New India
The inclusion of these 10,000 special guests reflects the government’s vision of celebrating Republic Day as a people-centric national festival, showcasing the achievements of citizens who are shaping India’s progress at the grassroots and global levels alike.
