New Delhi, Jan 19 (.) Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani has expressed his pride and gratitude at being chosen to compose the music for the Republic Day Parade 2026.
Taking to X on Monday, Keeravani wrote, “Dear all, Vande Mataram! On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the iconic song Vande Mataram, I feel deeply honoured and privileged to have composed the music for the 26th January Republic Day Parade, under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture. This grand presentation will be performed by 2,500 artists from across India. Stay tuned as we come together to celebrate the spirit of our nation — Vande Mataram!”
Meanwhile, rehearsals for the 77th Republic Day Parade are currently underway at Kartavya Path ahead of the January 26 celebrations.
This year’s Republic Day will feature European Council President Antonio Luís Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as the chief guests.
The two leaders will also represent the European union at the 16th EU-India Summit, scheduled for January 27.
During their visit to New Delhi, the EU leaders will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen the EU-India strategic partnership.
According to an EU statement, discussions at the summit will focus on key areas including trade, security and defence, clean transition, and people-to-people cooperation.
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