An enduring republic

2026-01-25 - 23:38

Born in 1950, the Republic of India has braved tough times –– through scarcity, violence and war. Every 11 years since becoming a Republic, the country has entered a new phase –– each decade marked by growth, struggle and resolve. On its 77th Republic Day, HT looks back at some of the key challenges and achievements of the years gone by, and what we expect from the future