Throwback: How did India celebrate its first Republic Day on January 26, 1950?
Throwback: How did India celebrate its first Republic Day on January 26, 1950? India’s 76th Republic Day commemorates the 1950 enforcement of its Constitution. This article details the first Republic Day celebrations, held at Irwin Amphitheatre (now Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium) in New Delhi. It highlights Dr Rajendra Prasad’s swearing-in as the first President, the military parade, and the first Chief Guest. Despite the momentous occasion, the celebrations were marked by simplicity and austerity.