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Beating Retreat Ceremony Concludes Republic Day with Grandeur at Vijay Chowk

The Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi will formally conclude the Republic Day 2026 celebrations. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated the event reflects the discipline and unity of the Armed Forces and stands as a symbol of national pride. Awards for the Republic Day Parade have been announced, with the Indian Navy adjudged the Best Marching Contingent among the three Services. Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir, and Kerala won top honours for state tableaux, while the Ministry of Culture won among central ministries.

Key Points: Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026 Concludes Republic Day Celebrations

  • Ceremony concludes Republic Day
  • Indian Navy wins Best Marching Contingent
  • Delhi Police tops CAPF category
  • Maharashtra wins best state tableau
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'Beating Retreat ceremony' at Vijay Chowk today to formally conclude Republic Day celebrations

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk. Indian Navy, Delhi Police, and Maharashtra win top Republic Day parade honours.

"Set against the grandeur of Vijay Chowk, it reflects the discipline, unity and timeless ethos of our Armed Forces - Rajnath Singh"

New Delhi, January 29

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that the 'Beating Retreat' ceremony will be held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi at 5 pm, marking the formal conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.

Describing the significance of the ceremony, Singh said that the event, set against the grandeur of Vijay Chowk, reflects the discipline, unity and timeless ethos of the Armed Forces, while standing as a symbol of national pride and military heritage.

In a post on X, the defence minister wrote, "At 5.00 PM today, the 'Beating the Retreat' ceremony will be held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi. This ceremony is a solemn and dignified tradition that brings the Republic Day celebrations to a close."

"Set against the grandeur of Vijay Chowk, it reflects the discipline, unity and timeless ethos of our Armed Forces, and stands as a symbol of national pride and military heritage," the post read.

A day earlier, the results for the Best Marching Contingents and Best Tableaux for the Republic Day Parade 2026 have been announced, recognising outstanding performances by the three Services, Central Armed Police Forces and Auxiliary Forces, as well as States, Union Territories and Central Ministries.

Among the three Services, the Indian Navy was adjudged the Best Marching Contingent, while the Delhi Police secured the top honour in the category of Central Armed Police Forces and other auxiliary forces.

In the States and Union Territories category, Maharashtra won first place for its tableau themed 'Ganeshotsav: A Symbol of Aatmanirbharta'. Jammu and Kashmir was placed second for showcasing 'Handicrafts and Folk Dances of Jammu and Kashmir', while Kerala secured third place with its tableau highlighting 'Water Metro and 100 per cent Digital Literacy: Aatmanirbhar Kerala for Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.

The award for the best tableau among Central Ministries and Departments was conferred on the Ministry of Culture for its presentation titled 'Vande Mataram - The Soul Cry of a Nation'. Special Prizes were awarded to the Central Public Works Department for 'Vande Mataram Commemoration of 150 Years' and the dance group 'Vande Mataram: The Eternal Resonance of India'.

- ANI

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Priya S
Congratulations to all the winners! Especially proud of the Indian Navy contingent. 🎉 But I have to say, I wish the parade and ceremonies highlighted more of our diverse folk cultures from the Northeast and tribal regions. Their representation feels a bit light every year.
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Rohit P
Maharashtra's tableau on Ganeshotsav and Kerala's on Digital Literacy are such brilliant concepts. They show how our festivals and our modern ambitions are both pillars of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Well done to all the artists and participants!
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Sarah B
As someone who watched from abroad, the live stream was fantastic. The discipline and coordination are world-class. It's more than a show; it's a powerful symbol of national unity. The Ministry of Culture's 'Vande Mataram' presentation sounds particularly emotional.
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Vikram M
The ceremony is a solemn reminder of the sacrifices of our armed forces. While we enjoy the music and pageantry, we must never forget the real meaning behind it – the guardians at our borders who make this peace possible. Salute to them.
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Kavya N
So happy to see Jammu & Kashmir's tableau on handicrafts and folk dances come second! It's important to showcase the beautiful cultural fabric of the entire country, especially all regions. This is the India we love and celebrate.

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