Republic Day 2024: How To Book Tickets Online & Offline, How Much They Cost, More

Republic Day 2024 parade will commence at 9:30 am.

Republic Day parades cover distance exceeding five kilometres along Rajpath. ( Image Source :Getty )

Republic Day, our annual military and cultural pageantry, takes place on January 26 every year. The focal point of the festivities is the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, commencing at 9:30 am from Vijay Chowk and concluding at the National Stadium, covering a distance exceeding five kilometres along Rajpath.

This commemorative day holds special significance as it marks the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950. The parade serves as a platform to showcase the nation's rich cultural heritage and historical legacy. People from across the country converge to witness the spectacle, featuring cultural performances, military displays, and more, fostering a sense of pride and unity.

Republic Day 2024: Parade Date, Venue, Time

Here are some quick details on the Republic Day Parade:

• Date: January 26
• Venue: Rajpath, Delhi
• Time: 10:00 am (Commencement time: 9:30 am)

Republic Day 2024: Parade Ticket Price

Here's how much one ticket to watch the parade will cost: 

• Reserved: Rs 500 (Best view, limited supply, one ticket per govt ID)
• Unreserved: Rs 100 (Decent view, more availability, two tickets per ID)
• Unreserved: Rs 20 (Readily available, limited view)

Republic Day 2024: How To Book Tickets Online

To secure your tickets, visit the Ministry of Defence’s web portal at www.aamantran.mod.gov.in.

Log in or create an account, provide the necessary details, and verify with OTP.

Select the desired event among options like FDR Republic Day Parade, Republic Day Parade, and Beating the Retreat.

Republic Day 2024: How To Book Tickets Offline

Republic Day Parade tickets can be obtained offline from January 10 to January 25. VIPs have the option to acquire front-row passes.

Ticket locations include India Tourism Development Corporation (IDTC) Travel Counters, Delhi Tourism Development Corporation (DTDC) Counters, and Departmental Sale Counters at various locations in Delhi. The Parliament House Reception Office and Government of India Tourist Office, Janpath, also facilitate ticket purchases during specified hours.

Republic Day 2024: How To Watch Parade Online, On TV

Just like every other year, Doordarshan will be the official TV host of the Republic Day Parade. 

In case you're watching online, you can check out the official YouTube Channel of Doordarshan or the Press Bureau of India to live stream the event on your mobile, PC, or smart TV.