Republic Day 2025: 4 creative and fun ways to celebrate January 26 with children
Republic Day 2025: From movie marathon to flag unfurling ceremony, here are a few ways to celebrate R-Day with children.
Republic Day 2025: January 26 marks India’s transition into a democratic and sovereign nation with the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Every year, Republic Day is celebrated with a lot of pomp and grandeur. The Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi by the armed forces marks the start of the celebrations. In schools, colleges, educational institutions, offices and neighbourhoods, Republic Day is observed with the unfurling of the Indian flag followed by cultural programmes. Also read | Happy Republic Day 2025: 50+ wishes, messages, images, GIFs, greetings, quotes to share with loved ones on January 26
Republic Day evokes a sense of patriotism and pride in us. It is also the day when we can make our children learn the history, rich culture and heritage of the nation. In case you are wondering how to make January 26 special for your children, we have curated a few ideas here. Also read | Republic Day 2025 LIVE: Bike stunts, fly-past conclude parade at Kartavya Path
1. Flag unfurling ceremony
Organise a flag unfurling ceremony at home. You can arrange it in your home garden or on the terrace. Sing the national anthem and encourage your children to give speeches about the freedom fighters of the nation. It will evoke patriotism in them and also help them understand the rich history of the country. Also read | Republic Day 2025: Why is national flag ‘unfurled' on R-Day and 'hoisted' on Independence Day? Know key difference
2. DIY tricolour crafts
Be it making a miniature Indian flag or decking up the home in a tricolour-themed rangoli design, encourage your children to use their creativity to celebrate Republic Day in their own way.
3. Go for an educational road trip
Use the holiday and take them out on a road trip, and go to museums and art galleries. On the way, tell them stories of the freedom fighters and the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Also read | Republic Day 2025: PM Narendra Modi continues parade tradition of colourful turban; see his iconic looks over the years
4. Watch patriotic movies at home
You can also curl up at home with your children and have a movie marathon. From Rang De Basanti to Raazi to Chak De! India, evoke patriotism in them through movies.
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