Indian Army to showcase rifle-mounted robotic dogs at Republic Day parade in Delhi | Watch

The Indian Army has recently inducted 100 robotic mules (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment) into its arsenal.

• Indian Army displays rifle-mounted robotic dog at Republic Day rehearsal in Delhi
• DRDO's hypersonic missile to debut at 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26
• Republic Day 2026 theme marks 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'

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The Indian Army has showcased a rifle-mounted robotic dog during the Republic Day rehearsal at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, according reports.

Rifle mounted Robots of Indian Army at the Republic Day rehersal at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi

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This type of quadruped robot earlier gained attention in the IPL, where it was used as a moving camera, and is now being demonstrated for defence applications.

The Indian Army has recently inducted 100 robotic mules (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment) into its arsenal, according to India Today.

Defence Research and Development Organisation's (DRDO) long-range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Glide Missile is also set to make its debut in the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavyapath on January 26.

The LRAShM missiles have a range of 1,500 km and will boost India's capabilities in the Indian Ocean region. Its display at the Republic Day parade will showcase India's self-reliance in the defence sector.

India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, marking the day the Indian Constitution came into force in 1950. This historic moment transformed India into a sovereign, democratic republic, completing its transition from colonial rule to self-governance.

Republic Day is a national holiday, celebrated with flag-hoisting ceremonies, patriotic programmes, cultural events and community gatherings across the country.

The roots of Republic Day lie in the Indian Independence Act of July 18, 1947, which ended British rule and empowered the Constituent Assembly to draft India’s Constitution.

While India attained Independence on August 15, 1947, the Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, replacing the Government of India Act (1935). This date was chosen to honour the Purna Swaraj declaration of 1930, symbolising complete self-rule and democratic aspirations.

The theme for Republic Day 2026 will commemorate 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, India’s national song. The theme celebrates the song’s historical role in the freedom movement and its enduring emotional significance.