Indian Army Day Parade 2026: Watch Jaipur parade livestreaming here, timings, what will be on display

India is celebrating its 78th Army Day on January 15, 2026, with Jaipur hosting the main parade this year. The Army Day parade is drawing attention as it is being held outside a cantonment area for the first time and marks the first public appearance of the newly raised Bhairav Battalion.

The parade in Rajasthan’s capital showcases India’s military strength, modern defence systems and evolving warfare capabilities, while also honouring the sacrifice and service of Indian soldiers.

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Where to watch Army Day 2026 parade

The Army Day parade is being held at Mahal Road in Jagatpura, Jaipur. The location has been chosen to allow greater public participation and visibility.

For those unable to attend in person, the parade is being live streamed from 9:00 AM onwards on the official YouTube channel of the Indian Army, allowing viewers across the country to watch the celebrations in real time.

Army Day 2026 Parade timings and key highlights

The parade begins at 9:00 AM, featuring marching contingents, mechanised columns and live demonstrations of advanced military systems.Also Read: Indian Army Day 2026: Wishes, theme, why it’s celebrated and what’s the connection with Field Marshal Cariappa

This year’s event focuses on showcasing new-age warfare tools alongside traditional artillery and missile systems, underlining the Army’s shift towards technology-driven operations.

Army Day Parade 2026: What will be on display

The Army Day parade 2026 will feature a wide range of weapons, vehicles, drones and air defence systems.

• Artillery and missile systems on display include:
• BrahMos cruise missile
• Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher
• Upgraded BM-21 Grad system
• SMERCH multi-barrel rocket launcher
• Universal Rocket Launcher System (URLS), also known as Suryastra
• Air defence systems showcased include:
• Indigenous Akashteer air defence control system
• Igla man-portable air defence system
• Drone and loitering munition systems include:
• Mini Harpy
• Harop
• Peacekeeper
• Sky Striker
• Trinetra loitering munition system

These displays highlight the Army’s focus on countering modern threats through precision strike and surveillance capabilities.

History of Army Day

Army Day marks a major milestone in India’s military history. On January 15, 1949, Lieutenant General Kodandera M Cariappa took over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army.

On that day, the last British Commander-in-Chief, General Francis Roy Bucher, formally handed over charge to Cariappa. The occasion later became Army Day, observed annually with parades and military demonstrations.

Significance of Army Day

Army Day honours the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation. Gallantry awards and Sena Medals are also presented on this day to recognise acts of courage and exceptional service.

The celebrations serve as a reminder of the Army’s role not only in defending borders but also in supporting civilians during emergencies and disasters.

Where Army Day parades were held earlier

Traditionally, the Army Day parade was held at Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi Cantonment. In recent years, the Army has rotated the venue to different cities to strengthen public connect.

Apart from Delhi, cities such as Bengaluru, Lucknow and Pune have hosted the parade before Jaipur, making Army Day a truly national celebration.