January 24, 2026, stirs a profound sense of unity across India as the nation edges closer to the 77th Republic Day on January 26, a day when the echoes of “Vande Mataram” will reverberate from school playgrounds in rural Bihar to the grandstands of Rajpath in Delhi. This iconic hymn, more than a mere song, is the pulsating heart of India’s national consciousness—a poetic invocation that has fueled freedom struggles, inspired constitutional ideals, and continues to symbolize resilience in 2026’s diverse democracy