How is the Delhi Assembly Celebrating Republic Day with Public Access?
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New Delhi, Jan 25 (NationPress) The Delhi Legislative Assembly kicked off the festivities for the 77th Republic Day by welcoming the public on Sunday and illuminating its historic building. This celebration includes a variety of band performances and cultural events extending over two days.
On the inaugural day of the festivities, a Delhi Police band performed a selection of patriotic songs, complemented by lively cultural displays from the Sahitya Kala Academy, as reported by an official.
The Vidhan Sabha structure will be adorned in the Tricolour, fostering a festive and patriotic atmosphere, the official mentioned.
On Republic Day, there is no need for prior registration to access the Assembly complex, and visitors can enter after a security check by presenting a valid ID proof, he added.
During the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., citizens will have the opportunity to explore the 115-year-old historic building and view significant heritage sites within the Assembly grounds.
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta encouraged the residents of Delhi to visit the historic Delhi Vidhan Sabha and embrace the essence of Republic Day with a true spirit of patriotism.
He articulated that Republic Day serves as a proud reminder of India’s constitutional evolution and democratic values, and visiting the Assembly on this occasion would deepen citizens' connection to the nation’s principles and heritage.
The Delhi Assembly Secretariat highlighted that this two-day event allows citizens to experience the Republic Day celebrations firsthand, appreciate the charm and grandeur of the historic Delhi Vidhan Sabha, explore its architectural significance, and understand its crucial role in the democratic governance of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
This marks the first Republic Day celebration under the new BJP-led government in Delhi, which came to power after unseating the Aam Aadmi Party government.
In 2025, the state-level Republic Day function was presided over by former Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal. The AAP lost its governance in Delhi in February 2025, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta being sworn in as the new Chief Minister.
On Sunday, CM Gupta led the state-level Republic Day celebrations at Chhatrasal Stadium. In her inaugural address, she pledged to continue her efforts in building a Viksit Delhi.