Did Nearly 3,000 Tickets for R-Day Parade and Beating Retreat Sell Online on Day 1?
Synopsis
The ticket sales for the Republic Day Parade and Beating Retreat kicked off with impressive demand, as thousands of tickets were sold within hours. This reflects the growing enthusiasm for India's Republic Day celebrations.
Key Takeaways
Ticket sales for the Republic Day Parade began on January 5.
The daily quota of 2,225 tickets sold out quickly.
Tickets for the Beating Retreat also sold out within hours.
Photo ID is mandatory for ticket purchases.
Booths are available at six locations in New Delhi for ticket sales.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (NationPress) The ticket sales for the Republic Day parade commenced with great enthusiasm on Monday, as the complete daily quota of 2,225 tickets available on the online platform quickly vanished, according to an official report.
Moreover, the daily allocation of 692 tickets for the Beating Retreat and its rehearsal also sold out within hours after the sales began at 9 a.m. on the Aamantran website (www.aamantran.mod.gov.in), as stated by a representative from the Defence Ministry.
The Defence Ministry initiated the ticket sales for the Republic Day Parade 2026 on January 26, the Full Dress Rehearsal for the Beating Retreat on January 28, and the main Beating Retreat ceremony on January 29, according to the official.
The ticket prices for the Republic Day Parade are set at Rs 100 and Rs 20, with sales running from 9 a.m. until the daily quota is exhausted, as mentioned in an official announcement.
Tickets for the Full-Dress Rehearsal of the Beating Retreat are priced at Rs 20, while those for the Beating Retreat itself are priced at Rs 100.
Tickets can also be obtained from booths/counters at six designated locations upon presentation of an Original Photo ID Card such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, or ID card issued by the Central or State government.
The same Photo ID Card will be required for entry to all three events, the Ministry emphasized in its statement.
The six booth locations are: Sena Bhawan (Near Gate No 5 inside the boundary wall); Shastri Bhawan (Near Gate No 3 inside the boundary wall); Jantar Mantar (Main Gate-Inside the boundary wall); Parliament House (Reception); Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (D-Block, Near Gate No 3 and 4); and Kashmere Gate Metro Station (Concourse level, near Gate No 8).
These counters will operate from January 5 to 14, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
For further details regarding the Republic Day Celebration 2026, please visit https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in/.
Last year, due to an overwhelming demand for tickets for the Republic Day Celebrations 2025, the Ministry issued passes for the Full Dress Rehearsal of the parade, which took place at the Kartavya Path on January 23, 2025.
The Defence Ministry noted that this decision underscored its commitment to maximizing public participation in the Republic Day Celebrations 2025.
Point of View
It is essential to highlight the overwhelming public interest in the Republic Day celebrations. The swift sale of tickets indicates a strong desire for community participation and a connection to national pride.
NationPress
10 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I purchase tickets for the Republic Day Parade?
Tickets can be bought online at the Aamantran website or from designated booths at various locations in New Delhi.
What are the prices for the Republic Day Parade tickets?
The tickets are priced at Rs 100 and Rs 20, depending on the event.
What ID is required to purchase tickets?
An Original Photo ID Card such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport is required.
When does the ticket sale end?
The ticket sales will continue until the daily quota is exhausted each day.
How can I get more information about the Republic Day celebrations?
For more information, visit the official website: https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in/
