Republic Day 2026: Mahindra Calls For Collective Vision, Bill Gates Praises India’s Global Innovation

New Delhi: On 26 January 2026, India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with great enthusiasm. On this occasion, many big business leaders congratulated the country. They shared their feelings by posting on social media. Everyone talked about India's progress, unity and future. Some talked about technology, innovation and poverty alleviation.

What did Anand Mahindra say?

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra wrote, "A republic is not just about our beginnings... but about how we imagine the future together. Together. Happy Republic Day." His message was very positive. He talked about moving the country forward together.

A Republic is not just about where we came from…

But about how we imagine the future.

Together.

Happy Republic Day 🇮🇳

(🙏🏽To the Konkan Kanya Band) pic.twitter.com/DqiRcHcBj1

— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) January 26, 2026

What special message did Bill Gates give?

Microsoft founder Bill Gates sent a video message. He said, "It is an honor for me to congratulate India on the Republic Day. In 1950, India had promised itself to become a country where everyone gets opportunity and knowledge elevates everyone. Indian innovation is now helping people not only here but also in the Global South. I am going to the India AI Impact Summit next month. Our Foundation will share their partnership and commitment to making AI inclusive." Bill Gates emphasized the role of India's innovation and AI.

#WATCH | Bill Gates, Former CEO of Microsoft, says, "It's an honour to send my greetings, as India celebrates its #RepublicDay. Republic Day is a moment to reflect on the extraordinary promise India made to itself in 1950 to build a nation where opportunity expands, knowledge… pic.twitter.com/9tznrSu0Ap

— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2026

What message did Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw give?

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, executive chairperson of Biocon, wrote on He talked about eradicating poverty and progress through technology.

What did other leaders say?

Vedanta chairman posted a long message. Wrote: "Today our Republic turns 76. A lot has changed, but our enthusiasm has not changed. The enthusiasm to learn, to innovate. India neither stops nor bows down nor gets tired. It just keeps moving forward. The biggest dream is still left - to change from developing to developed India. We will definitely do it. This is the new India. And this is just the beginning. Happy Republic Day!"

Reliance Industries (Mukesh Ambani's company) wrote, "Happy Republic Day from Reliance! Today we celebrate the unwavering spirit of a nation that is truly rising. We reiterate our commitment to the Indian dream. Proud to be a part of India's journey of progress. Today, tomorrow, and forever."

Tata Group wrote, "Proud to join India's journey of progress. Today, tomorrow and always."

Why is this day special?

Republic Day commemorates the coming into force of the Constitution. India became a republic in 1950. This time the theme was on 150 years of 'Vande Mataram' and self-reliant India. EU leaders were the chief guests at the parade. The messages from business leaders show that everyone is proud of the country's progress. Everyone talked about moving forward through technology, innovation and unity.